Cocoon

by PARKER, Aura

ISBN: 9781742765129
Australian: Yes
Published: 2019 by Scholastic Australia
Level: Early Years (R-2)

Picture book , Science , STEM

A story which illustrates the life cycle of the silkworm with a bit of fun along the way. Dawn and her friends have been friends since larvae days. Their plan is to eat as many leaves as they can, weave a cocoon and two weeks later emerge as moths, However, life is not quite so easy and Dawn learns about the resilience and patience required to develop and grow. An amusing book for everyone who has kept these fascinating creatures with delightful illustrations in watercolours, pencil and pen.