This lovely poem is a perfect fit for children. It's simplicity, rhyme scheme and its tie-in with the butterfly life cycle provide plenty to think about.
Why not have a go at our "Caterpillar" Comprehension Worksheet?
Caterpillar by Christina Rossetti
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Caterpillar Comprehension Questions
Read Caterpillar by Christina Rossetti (we have a lovely printable version here) and then answer these questions. We've included an answer sheet for easy marking / checking in the pdf.