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Pre-K hands-on activity showing a caterpillar with pipe cleaners and food items to thread for The Very Hungry Caterpillar project.
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The Very Hungry Caterpillar Threading Activity

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This printable Pre-K hands-on activity brings Eric Carle's The Very Hungry Caterpillar to life. Students thread food items over pipe cleaners to fill the caterpillar's belly and watch him transform into a butterfly. The activity builds fine-motor skills and sequencing understanding while engaging with a beloved story.

Subject:
English / Language Arts
Topic:
Literature
Grade Level:
Pre-K
Updated May 2026

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