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The Very Hungry CaterpillarEarly Years Resource Pack
Early Years Resource Pack for The Very Hungry Caterpillar BookSuggested IntroductionEarly Years Resource Pack forThe Very HungryWelcome to the Very Hungry Caterpillar Early Years ResourcePack. AsCaterpillara onal, you have a wonderful opportunity to help instil a love of in the children you care for. This pack is designed for you to use alongside Eric Carle’sprofessional, you have a wonderfulThe Very Hungry Caterpillar and will provide a rich sourceof ideas and activities, allopportunity to help instil a love of storieslinked to the early learning outcomes in England and Wales.and books in the children you care for. Thispack is designed for you to use alongsideThe importance of literacy in the early yearsTheMadeVery HungryCaterpillarLiteracy is an essential skill that has an impact on ourEriclifeCarle’schances.up of reading,and willprovidedays.a richResearchsource of ideasandwriting, speaking and listening, literacy begins in a baby’searliestshowsactivities,all linkedto the earlyoflearningthat babies in the womb are tuning in to their mother’svoice andthe patternstheirframeworksinEnglandandWales.home language several weeks before birth.Once born, reading, talking and singing to babies helps form the basis of language, andTheimportanceof literacyin theearly yearssharingbooks togetherhelpsreinforcethe bond between children and trusted adults.Literacy is an essential skill that has an impact on our life chances. Made up of reading, writing, speaking andAs childrengrow,developingan enjoymentof booksreinforcetheselistening,literacybeginsin a baby’s earliestdays. Researchshowscanthathelpbabiesin the wombareessentialtuning in toliteracyskills,supportingthem learnread,languagewrite, speak,and listen.workingtheirmother’svoiceand the patternsof theirtohomeseveral weeksbeforeEveryonebirth.in early years needs to have a clear understanding of literacy, and the many ways that itOnceborn,reading, talking and singing to babies helps form the basis of language, and sharing bookscan besupported.together helps reinforce the bond between children and trusted adults.“A shared story between a child and a familiar, loved adult has a huge impact onchildren’sinterestand motivationforofreadinglater– PennyAschildren grow,developingan enjoymentbooks canhelpon.”reinforcetheseTassoni,essential PACEYliteracy skills,Presidentandchildcareauthor.supporting them learn to read, write, speak, and listen. Everyone working in early years needs to have aclear understanding of literacy, and the many ways that it can be supported.“A shared story between a child and a familiar, loved adult has a huge impact on children’s interest andmotivationreading thelaterstoryon.” – (ThePenny Tassoni,Presidentand childcareauthor. book)The storyforbehindhistoryPACEYof TheVery HungryCaterpillar[Publisherto add]Thestory behindthe storySee Word Doc for textOne day Eric Carle was punching holes with a hole puncher into a stack of paper, and thought of abookworm, leading him to create a story called A Week with Willi the Worm. Later his editor, who didn’t likeAligningearlyEricyearsEngland and Wales.theidea of ayourworm,activitiessuggested awithcaterpillar.said learning“Butterfly!”outcomesand the restinis history.Children’s books are a rich source of learning. By linking the story – and activitiesThe Very Hungry Caterpillar has won over millions of readers with its vivid collage illustrations andinspired by the story – to the learning outcomes for children in England and Wales,deceptively simple story to become Britain’s most read children’s book. Through its bright artwork, gentlechildcare professionals can work with children’s interests to inspire and encouragerepetition and an assortment of foods, The Very Hungry Caterpillar is the perfect introduction to earlytheir learning.learnings like numbers, colours and days of the week for your little bookworms.It’s important to remember that not all children develop at the same rate, or meetAboveall, Eric Carle’sstory ordersends anmessageto itsreadersgrowing up anddevelopmentgoalsdelightfulin the sameasinspiringeach other.Earlyyearsandaboutchildcareentering the big, wide world. “This book is about HOPE. It says: you too can grow up and unfold your wings andfly away” – Eric Carle Professional Association for Childcare and Early Years
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Early Years Resource Pack for The Very Hungry Caterpillar BookSuggested IntroductionActivitiesNOTE: When using this pack, please ensure that all activities are adapted to suit the ages and stages of theWelcome to the Very Hungry Caterpillar Early Years Resource Pack. As a childcarechildren and that you cater to any allergies or dietary intolerances.professional, you have a wonderful opportunity to help instil a love of stories and booksin the children you care for. This pack is designed for you to use alongside Eric Carle’sLearn and play with The Very Hungry CaterpillarThe Very Hungry Caterpillar and will provide a rich source of ideas and activities, alllinked to the early learning outcomes in England and Wales.Look for caterpillars in the gardenThe importance of literacy in the early yearsLiteracy is an essential skill that has an impact on our life chances. Made up of reading,Spotting baby animalswriting, speaking and listening, literacy begins in a baby’s earliest days. Research showsthat babies in the womb are tuning in to their mother’s voice and the patterns of theira severalhomeweeksfor thecaterpillarhomeMakelanguagebeforebirth.Once Makeborn, reading,talking and singing to babies helps form the basis of language, anda treesharing books together helps reinforce the bond between children and trusted adults.As childrengrow,ofdevelopingan enjoymentof books can help reinforce these essentialThe lifea Very HungryCaterpillarliteracy skills, supporting them learn to read, write, speak, and listen. Everyone workingin earlyyears needsto have a clear understanding of literacy, and the many ways that itBeautifulbutterfliescan be supported.Springtimesounds“A sharedstory betweena child and a familiar, loved adult has a huge impact onchildren’s interest and motivation for reading later on.” – Penny Tassoni, PACEYPresidentchildcare Caterpillarauthor.VeryandHungrycollage makingOur favourite foodsThe story behind the story (The history of The Very Hungry Caterpillar book)Make a fruity smoothie[Publisher to add]For parents and professionalsSee Word Doc for textAligning your activities with early years learning outcomes in England and Wales.Children’s books are a rich source of learning. By linking the story – and activitiesinspired by the story – to the learning outcomes for children in England and Wales,childcare professionals can work with children’s interests to inspire and encouragetheir learning.It’s important to remember that not all children develop at the same rate, or meetdevelopment goals in the same order as each other. Early years and childcare Professional Association for Childcare and Early Years
Early Years Resource Pack for The Very Hungry Caterpillar BookSuggestedIntroductionAboutPACEYPACEY is the Professional Association for Childcare and Early Years. Formed in 1977, we are a not-forWelcome to the Very Hungry Caterpillar Early Years Resource Pack. As a childcareprofit membership association dedicated to supporting childcare professionals to deliver high qualityprofessional,you havea wonderful opportunity to help instil a love of stories and bookscareand early learningfor children.in thechildrencare trainingfor. Thisis designedfor youto use alongsideEric rcesto childcareprofessionalsacross EnglandWales, andofferand peerCaterpillarsupport throughof PACEYLocalandgroups.We representThe adviceVery Hungryandourwillnationwideprovide anetworkrich sourceof ideasactivities,all egulatorsanddecisionmakersandchampiontheirlinked to the early learning outcomes in England and Wales.vital role in helping children get the best start in life.The importance of literacy in the early yearsSo, ifisyou’renot alreadymemberyour professionalassociation,joinupPACEYtodayLiteracyan essentialskill athathas anofimpacton our life chances.Madeof reading,www.pacey.org.uk/joinwriting, speaking and listening, literacybegins in a baby’s earliest days. Research showsthat babies in the womb are tuning in to their mother’s voice and the patterns of theirhome language several weeks before birth.Once born, reading, talking and singing to babies helps form the basis of language, andsharing books together helps reinforce the bond between children and trusted adults.As children grow, developing an enjoyment of books can help reinforce these essentialliteracy skills, supporting them learn to read, write, speak, and listen. Everyone workingin early years needs to have a clear understanding of literacy, and the many ways that itcan be supported.“A shared story between a child and a familiar, loved adult has a huge impact onchildren’s interest and motivation for reading later on.” – Penny Tassoni, PACEYPresident and childcare author.The story behind the story (The history of The Very Hungry Caterpillar book)[Publisher to add]See Word Doc for textAligning your activities with early years learning outcomes in England and Wales.Children’s books are a rich source of learning. By linking the story – and activitiesinspired by the story – to the learning outcomes for children in England and Wales,childcare professionals can work with children’s interests to inspire and encouragetheir learning.It’s important to remember that not all children develop at the same rate, or meetdevelopment goals in the same order as each other. Early years and childcare Professional Association for Childcare and Early Years
Learn and play withThe Very Hungry Caterpillar!Food What food does The VeryHungry Caterpillar eat? What are your favourite foods?Alphabet What sound does pear begin with? Find other foods in the story thatbegin with the same sound as pear.Days of the week What did The Very HungryCaterpillar eat on Tuesday? On which day does The VeryHungry Caterpillar eat a pear?Colours What colour is each kind of food thatappears in The Very Hungry Caterpillar? What colour food do you like to eat?Nature Do you know where The Very HungryCaterpillar’s food comes from? Do apples grow on trees or in the ground? What do plants need to grow?All copyright Eric CarleNumbers Count the colours Count the fruits Count the days of the week
Look for caterpillarsin the gardenCan you go outside on a nature walk and explore theoutdoors while looking for insects and animals.Here are some good words to describe glyCurlyBendyDo you know other words?Spotting baby animalsCan you name the baby animals you have seen and heard?Keep your eyes and ears open.Tick them off when you’ve spotted them!PigletsLambsChicksFox cubsAll copyright Eric CarleDucklings
Make a home forThe Very Hungry CaterpillarThe caterpillar is very full.Can you make a place for him to rest?All copyright Eric CarleGather together leaves, wool, paper pieces and other materials, and stickthem down in the space below the caterpillar to make a cosy placefor him to sleep.
Make a treeThis leaf is part of a tree.Create a 3D tree!Collect twigs or a small branch that has fallen from a tree. If there are no twigs nearby, youcould use straws. Stick the twig to some clay or plasticine for a secure base. Make leaves bytearing or cutting paper or tissue paper, and attach them to the tree with string or twine.All copyright Eric CarleThe Very Hungry Caterpillar was born on a leaf.Can you draw the whole tree that this leaf is a part of?
The life of aVery Hungry CaterpillarCan you write the number in each circle in theorder of the life cycle of a butterfly?1. Egg on a leafThis egg is very, very small.(It is also sticky, so it won’tfall off the leaf.)ERIC CARLEric Carle is the author ofHe writes the words and makes theHe has illustrated more than 70 books,which have sold more than 88 million copiaround the world.The Very Hungry Caterpillar sells one copsomewhere in the world every 30 secondsday and night.All copyright Eric Carle4. ButterflyWhen the butterfly pushes outof the cocoon, his wings are all wet.So he spreads them out and letsthem dry before he takes off andflies for the first time!There are 4 differences between these4. Extra spots3. CocoonThis cocoon is spun from stickythread. Inside it, the caterpillar isusing the energy stored from allthat food to make something veryspecial happen . . .SPOT THE Dg 3. Different colour eyes2. Hungry CaterpillarWhen a caterpillar comes outof his egg, first he eats the egg,then the leaf, and he doesn’t stopeating (not even to sleep!).ACTIVITYWhen Eric first thought of the idea forThe Very Hungry Caterpillar, it was actuallyabout a worm called Willi!
Beautiful butterfliesCan you paint the half of the butterfly wing below with thick poster paintin colours you like. Then fold the paper along thedotted line to copy the paint to the other side.Both sides of the butterfly’s wings should now be symmetrical.Add paint to both of your hands,and place your two painted handsdown heel to heel on a piece ofpaper. Release your hands to reveala beautiful handprint butterfly image!This would make a great card orpicture to give tosomeone else.All copyright Eric CarleHand print butterflies
4.5.6.Plant your seeds, following the instructions on the packetWater them a little, and then check them every day to see if they need moreLook after them and soon you’ll see flowers grow.Springtime soundsCan you draw a line to matchSOUNDSup these animalsSPRINGTIMEwith the noises they make.Draw a line to match up these animals with the noises they make.quack!munchmunch!crunch crunch!cheepcheep!cheep cheep!baa!baa!All copyright Eric Carlequack!
The Very Hungry Caterpillarcollage makingBy Eric Carle and .All copyright Eric CarleYou can use lots of different materials to make your Very HungryCaterpillar, including coloured crayons, tissue paper and coloured card.This will give your picture lots of different colours and textures.
the very hungry caterpillarfavouritefoodsloves to OurmunchaThe VeryHungry Caterpillarloves to eat a delicious,delicious,colourfulcolourful, great big lunch!great big lunch!Illustration Eric Carlepuffin.co.ukto find out more about Eric Carle, please visit www.eric-carle.comand the Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art at www.carlemuseum.orgYoU MAY PHotoCoPY tHIS SHEEtAll copyright Eric CarleWhat is yourfavouritemeal?draw it here forWhat is your favouritefood?Can youDraw it here for the Very Hungry Caterpillar to try!The Very Hungry Caterpillar to try!
ACTIVITY SHEET 2Make a fruity smoothieAKE A DELICIOUS FRUITThe Very Hungry Caterpillar loves to eat fruit. His favourites areapples, pears, plums, strawberries and oranges.IVITY SHEET 2IOUS FRUIT SMOOTHIEThe Very Hungry Caterpillar loves to eat fruit. Happles, pears, plums, strawberries and oMix these fruits together to make smoRememberto ask for a grown-up’s help when you’rMix these fruits together to make smoothies. Remember to always askhelpHiswhen you’reusing a blender!rpillar loves fortoa grown-up’seat fruit.favouritesareTOP TIPms,strawberries– yum!Bananasare also veryandtasty,orangesand they makea great starting ingrs together to make smoothies.Top TipBananas are also very tasty, and they make a great startingown-up’swheningredientyou’reusinga blender!e made helpa smoothieoutofsmoothie.,for anyof , and .All copyright Eric CarleTOP TIP I thought it tastedd they make a great starting ingredient for any smoothie.
For parents and professionalsActivity reflectionWhat learning outcomes did you observe when completing these activities?Get in touch!We’d love to hear about your The Very Hungry Caterpillar events! From photosand stories of the day itself, to feedback on what went well and suggestions forimproving our packs, please do let us know.Email puffin@penguin.co.uk or Tweet us @PuffinBooks with your thoughtsand stories - we can’t wait to hear from you.
The Very Hungry Caterpillar has won over millions of readers with its vivid collage illustrations and . deceptively simple story to become Britain’s most read children’s book. Through its bright artwork, gentle repetition and an assortment of foods, The Very Hu
