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The Very Hungry Caterpillar™ at Winkworth Arboretum
Join us from Saturday 19 July to Sunday 15 August for an enchanting journey inspired by Eric Carle’s beloved children’s book, The Very Hungry Caterpillar™. Winkworth Arboretum are thrilled to host this captivating trail where little ones can experience one of nature’s greatest transformations.
The Very Hungry Caterpillar™ trail
Saturday 19 July - Sunday 15 August, 10am-5pm
This charming trail brings to life the best-selling story of the tiny caterpillar who hatches from an egg and is so hungry he eats through a variety of fruits and snacks each day. The caterpillar then forms a chrysalis around himself and, after some time, emerges as a beautiful butterfly.
Enhanced by illustrated trail markers, children learn about the days of the week, counting, and the life cycle of a butterfly all within the grounds of Winkworth Arboretum.
Pick up a The Very Hungry Caterpillar™ trail sheet when you arrive and set off on a journey of discovery together.
About Eric Carle
The World of Eric Carle nurtures a child’s love of literature and learning, encouraging imaginative play and exploration. Trusted by parents, teachers, and librarians and beloved by children worldwide for generations, The Very Hungry Caterpillar™, and other timeless storybooks, come to life in colourfully creative books and products, designed to inspire very hungry young minds. Eric Carle is acclaimed and beloved as the creator of brilliantly illustrated and innovatively designed picture books for young children. Carle illustrated more than 70 books, many best sellers, most of which he also wrote, and more than 175 million copies of his books have sold around the world.
The trail is presented by the award-winning creator of interactive theatrical events, Bakehouse Factory and forms part of a collaboration with the National Trust in London and the South East.
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