GRAPHIC NOVELS

Worm and Butterfly Are Friends Always: Ready-To-Read Graphics Level 1

by Kaz Windness (text) & illus. by Kaz Windness
S. & S./Simon Spotlight. Jan. 2026. 64p. Tr $18.99. ISBN 9781665966504. PreS-Gr 2
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PreS-Gr 2–Best buds Worm and Butterfly are separated in winter by their natural activities. Worm estivates (burrows underground) while Butterfly migrates south to Mexico. In Butterfly’s absence, a lonely Worm makes friends with a Steller’s jay, who is also missing a migrating companion. Worm and the bird enjoy winter thrills while they wait for their friends’ return. When spring arrives and Butterfly comes home, Worm and Worm’s new baby welcome Butterfly back as a member of the family, and old and new friends get to meet. Cozy jewel tones lend a sense of warmth-in-winter to this sweet, lightly humorous sequel to Worm and Caterpillar. Back matter includes illustrated facts about the wintering activities of butterflies, worm, and birds.
VERDICT This standout graphic reader will shine in any early reader collection.
Reviewed by Rachel Owens , Jan 16, 2026

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