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Digger and the Butterfly, The

Joseph Kuefler

Illustrator: Joseph Kuefler

Ages: 5 & Under

Published: 2023

Publisher: Balzer + Bray/HarperCollins

ISBN: 978-0-06-323794-0

Keywords: mindfulness, STEM

Trucks discover a caterpillar in their work area and slow down to feed it. Digger then patiently supports his new friend's metamorphosis. Colorful artwork.