Flexipillar Island
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Featuring butterfly and moth caterpillars washed on to a small island as a vehicle, this book carries a strong message about consequences of greed and blind following. Beyond this primary message, which is applicable to both young and adult readers, the book is crafted to simultaneously satisfy several other important educational criteria, including a) enhancing reading comprehension and critical thinking skills, b) stimulating interest in the world of caterpillars (and their parents -- moths and butterflies) and c) expanding the reader’s knowledge of simple geography.
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About the Book
Featuring butterfly and moth caterpillars washed on to a small island as a vehicle, this book carries a strong message about consequences of greed and blind following. Beyond this primary message, which is applicable to both young and adult readers, the book is crafted to simultaneously satisfy several other important educational criteria, including a) enhancing reading comprehension and critical thinking skills, b) stimulating interest in the world of caterpillars (and their parents -- moths and butterflies) and c) expanding the reader’s knowledge of simple geography.
About the Author
By profession, I am an educator, with a background in curriculum development, experimental psychology and educational psychology. I am currently employed as administrator of a youth development program in Brooklyn, New York. [This book has been inspired by my experiences in working with my students and adults.]