Forever Caterpillar

By Eric Matthews

Do you ever dream you could fly, spread your wings, and soar through the sky?

For young Cindy Taylor, flying away from her problems is all she's ever wanted. After losing her father and moving to Georgia, Cindy struggles to make friends and adapt to her new school. Her confidence crumbles. Her grades suffer. The girl who once believed in herself can barely recognize who she's become.

Before he passed, Cindy's father called her his "baby butterfly" and promised that if she spread her wings and flew, she could achieve anything. But now, believing seems impossible.

One night, exhausted and discouraged, Cindy whispers a desperate wish: "I want to be a butterfly that flies high in the sky. I want to be a butterfly. I'll try, try, try."

When she wakes, everything has changed.

Cindy finds herself transformed-but not into the beautiful butterfly she imagined. Instead, she's a big, fuzzy caterpillar, lost in a dangerous wilderness and desperate to find her way home.

**A Journey of Transformation Begins**

In this heartwarming adventure, Cindy discovers that becoming a butterfly isn't instant-it requires patience, courage, and growth. With the help of Lazy (a witty ant), a wise Praying Mantis, and other unforgettable forest friends, Cindy learns powerful lessons about:

- Believing in yourself when others doubt you
- The difference between "can't" and "haven't yet"
- Why gratitude matters, even in hard times
- How to ask for help without giving up
- The importance of perseverance through challenges

But the forest is full of dangers. To reach her dreams, Cindy must outwit a vicious spider, escape a hungry bird, and defeat her greatest enemy of all: **her own self-doubt**.

**Will Cindy find the courage to complete her transformation, or will she remain Forever Caterpillar?**

**Perfect For: **
- Ages 8-12 (middle-grade readers)
- Children struggling with self-esteem or transitions
- Families discussing growth mindset and resilience
- Classrooms teaching perseverance and character development
- Bedtime reading that inspires meaningful conversations

**Bonus Materials Included: **
Complete with Glossary, Fun Facts About Insects, and 15 Reflection Questions perfect for parents, teachers, and young readers to discuss together.

**Parent Guide Available: ** Request your free parent guide with discussion questions and answers at forevercaterpillar@gmail.com

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0997135204
• ISBN13: 9780997135206
• Release Date: December 2015
• Publisher: Successful Talent Inc.
• Length: 136 Pages
• Weight: 0.42 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"
• Age Range: 6 to 10 years
• Grade Range: Grades 1 to 5