Ziggy the Caterpillar’s Zigzag Adventure
Ages 3 to 5
Hardback
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02 July 2026
Imprint: Big Picture Press
Synopsis
A vibrant, fun and heartwarming picture book that follows Ziggy, a little caterpillar who just can't sit still, as she embarks on a zigzagging adventure - meeting new friends and discovering more about herself along the way.
From hopping between leaves to zigzagging up branches, Ziggy's adventure is a whirlwind of excitement - but it's also a journey of self-discovery. As Ziggy learns to embrace their unique, wiggly ways, children are introduced to themes of mindfulness, patience and the beauty of being different.
Through colourful, dynamic illustrations and a lovable main character, Ziggy the Caterpillar's Zigzag Adventure teaches children to appreciate their individual quirks and understand that everyone has their own unique path to transformation.
With ADHD-inspired behaviour at the heart of the story, this book offers a gentle and playful exploration of how some of us move through the world in a way that might seem different - but is also special.
From hopping between leaves to zigzagging up branches, Ziggy's adventure is a whirlwind of excitement - but it's also a journey of self-discovery. As Ziggy learns to embrace their unique, wiggly ways, children are introduced to themes of mindfulness, patience and the beauty of being different.
Through colourful, dynamic illustrations and a lovable main character, Ziggy the Caterpillar's Zigzag Adventure teaches children to appreciate their individual quirks and understand that everyone has their own unique path to transformation.
With ADHD-inspired behaviour at the heart of the story, this book offers a gentle and playful exploration of how some of us move through the world in a way that might seem different - but is also special.
Details
02 July 2026
40 pages
9781835873700
Imprint: Big Picture Press
Reviews
“Refreshing.”The Bookseller, The Bookseller
“Perfect for little ones with ants in their pants, this beautifully vibrant picture book bursting with colour gives a gentle introduction to mindfulness and patience and the joy of being different. Aimed at children up to five, it has ADHD-inspired behaviours at its heart.”The Sunday Post, The Sunday Post
“Beatrice Simpkiss impresses with both her mindful text and stunning artwork in this fun, vibrant and heartwarming picture book about self-discovery which has a charming, neurodiverse character with ADHD-inspired behaviour at its heart. [...] Through an array of colourful, dynamic illustrations, and a lovable main character, Simpkiss teaches children to appreciate their individual quirks and understand that everyone has their own unique path to transformation. The ideal book for parents and carers to gently and playful explore with youngsters how some of us move through the world in a way that might seem different... but is also special”Lancashire Evening Post, Lancashire Evening Post
“Vividly illustrated, with its endearing main character's journey of discovery wherein we see how she learns to embrace her wiggly ways, occasionally breaking into rhyme, this book introduces children to the idea of embracing their individual traits and understanding their own path to transformation.”BooksforKeeps, BooksforKeeps
