In this heartwarming story, Charlie the caterpillar cant find anyone to play with him. Every time he asks if he can join the fun, he gets the same reply: No! Now giddadda here! Then spring arrives and Charlie comes out of his cocoon as a beautiful butterfly--and everyone wants him to be a part of their group. Full-color illustrations. nAs Charlie the Caterpillar meets one group of animals after another playing together and having fun, he asks if he can join in. But each time hes told not welcome -- because hes ugly. As winter approaches, Charlie spins himself a cocoon. When spring arrives, the cocoon opens and out comes Charlie -- now a beautiful butterfly. Everyone wants him to be part of their group. But Charlie puts these fair-weather friends properly in their place in this heartwarming story about the meaning of true friendship.