Little Bugs Big Feelings: You Can Do It Clover

In a garden filled with little bugs, Clover is worried about changing and wants to stay a caterpillar forever. But her butterfly friend, Basil, shows her that big changes can be fun.

Format: Hardback
Length: 32 pages
Publication date: 16 February 2023
Publisher: Hachette Children's Group

In a bustling garden, amidst the brambles that danced freely, a world of tiny creatures unfolded. These minuscule beings possessed emotions that were as vast as the sky itself. Among them, Clover, a young caterpillar, found herself grappling with the impending transformation into a magnificent butterfly. However, Clover's heart swelled with apprehension, yearning to remain a caterpillar forever.

As the day of transformation approached, Clover's anxiety grew stronger. She sought solace in her friend, Basil, a wise butterfly who had undergone the same journey. Basil, with a gentle smile, embraced Clover and assured her that big changes could bring forth immense joy.

Together, they embarked on a whimsical adventure, exploring the wonders of the garden. Basil introduced Clover to a vibrant community of butterflies, each with its unique beauty and personality. Clover marveled at their colorful wings and delicate dances, realizing that transformation was not a mere change in appearance but a celebration of growth and self-discovery.

With Basil's guidance, Clover began to embrace the changes that awaited her. She practiced stretching her wings, feeling the gentle breeze caress her delicate skin. She reveled in the sensation of metamorphosis, as her body underwent a remarkable transformation.

As the days passed, Clover's confidence soared. She realized that even the biggest changes were not as daunting as they seemed. She had discovered a new world of possibilities and adventures, waiting for her to explore.

With a heart full of gratitude, Clover bid farewell to her caterpillar days and emerged as a beautiful butterfly, ready to fly and embrace the wonders of the world. From that day forward, Clover's story became a testament to the power of embracing change and the endless possibilities that lie within us.

In a beautifully illustrated book by Hollie Hughes, author of "The Girl and the Dinosaur" and Nila Aye, illustrator of "Benjamin Zephaniah's Nature Trail," this uplifting rhyming story reassures the littlest bugs that even the biggest changes are never as scary as they seem. Through Clover's journey, readers are reminded that growth and self-discovery are essential parts of life, and that big changes can bring forth immense joy and endless possibilities.

Weight: 430g
Dimension: 256 x 258 x 11 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781408367186