Angel Spider and the Shy Caterpillar A picture book about shyness, kindness and confidence

About the story

A caterpillar and butterfly story about being yourself

In Angel Spider and the Shy Caterpillar, our gentle hero meets Ava, a tiny caterpillar too shy to join the forest’s butterfly parade. Together, they discover that what makes us different also makes us shine bright.

Through creativity, friendship, and a dash of spider magic, Angel Spider helps Ava find her confidence and create something truly spectacular. This enchanting picture book reminds young readers that everyone has a special talent waiting to sparkle.

A magical spider helps a shy little caterpillar find her shine. With golden webs, giggles, and a touch of forest magic, this sweet story shows kids that being different is what makes them sparkle.

• Courage

  Ava is sure she’s too slow and too shy. Little readers see that brave can start small.

• Kindness

  Angel Spider notices a friend in tears and stops to help. A gentle model for big hearts.

• Confidence

  Being different isn’t something to hide. It’s exactly what makes Ava shine.

Angel Spider is a magical friend born from a child’s imagination. When a little girl combined her Ghost Spider costume with angel wings, she inspired her father to create this heartwarming tale about a very special spider with sparkling wings and a golden web. Read the story behind the book.