Lesson 1	Time Allocation: 60 minutes
Resources needed:	- The Very Hungry Caterpillar book - Images of Eric Carle's artwork - Art supplies (paper, paint, brushes, etc.) - Scissors and glue
Introduction:	- Introduce Eric Carle and his famous work, The Very Hungry Caterpillar - Show images of Eric Carle's artwork and discuss his unique style - Read The Very Hungry Caterpillar book together
Development:	- Discuss the main art medium Eric Carle is known for (collage) - Show examples of Eric Carle's collage artwork - Provide art supplies and encourage students to create their own collage inspired by The Very Hungry Caterpillar
Conclusion:	- Have students share their collages and explain what elements from The Very Hungry Caterpillar they incorporated - Discuss how Eric Carle's artwork and collage technique influenced their own work
Assessment:	- Observe students' engagement and participation during the lesson - Assess the creativity and effort put into their collages - Encourage self-reflection and peer feedback

Lesson 2	Time Allocation: 60 minutes
Resources needed:	- The Very Hungry Caterpillar book - Images of Eric Carle's artwork - Art supplies (paper, paint, brushes, etc.)
Introduction:	- Recap Eric Carle and his artwork - Discuss the main art medium Eric Carle is known for (painting) - Show examples of Eric Carle's painting inspired by The Very Hungry Caterpillar
Development:	- Provide art supplies and encourage students to create their own painting inspired by The Very Hungry Caterpillar - Discuss color choices, patterns, and textures similar to Eric Carle's style
Conclusion:	- Have students share their paintings and explain what elements from The Very Hungry Caterpillar they incorporated - Discuss how Eric Carle's artwork and painting technique influenced their own work
Assessment:	- Observe students' engagement and participation during the lesson - Assess the creativity and effort put into their paintings - Encourage self-reflection and peer feedback

Lesson 3	Time Allocation: 60 minutes
Resources needed:	- Images of Eric Carle's artwork - Paper and drawing materials
Introduction:	- Show images of Eric Carle's artwork inspired by The Very Hungry Caterpillar - Discuss the use of shapes, patterns, and colors in his work
Development:	- Provide drawing materials and encourage students to create their own original image inspired by The Very Hungry Caterpillar - Discuss how they can incorporate shapes, patterns, and colors like Eric Carle
Conclusion:	- Have students share their original images and explain what elements from The Very Hungry Caterpillar they included - Discuss how Eric Carle's artwork inspired their own creations
Assessment:	- Observe students' engagement and participation during the lesson - Assess the creativity and effort put into their original images - Encourage self-reflection and peer feedback

Lesson 4	Time Allocation: 60 minutes
Resources needed:	- The Very Hungry Caterpillar book - Art supplies (paper, paint, brushes, etc.) - String or yarn - Clothespins or clips - Sticky notes or index cards
Introduction:	- Recap Eric Carle and The Very Hungry Caterpillar - Discuss the importance of sharing and presenting artwork
Development:	- Instruct students to create their own painting inspired by The Very Hungry Caterpillar - Attach clothespins or clips to the top of their paintings - Hang string or yarn across the classroom and attach the paintings with clothespins or clips - Use sticky notes or index cards to label each painting with the artist's name and a short description
Conclusion:	- Have students walk around the classroom gallery and view each other's artwork - Encourage them to leave positive comments or questions on sticky notes or index cards
Assessment:	- Observe students' engagement and participation during the gallery walk - Assess their ability to appreciate and provide constructive feedback on artwork

Lesson 5	Time Allocation: 60 minutes
Resources needed:	- The Very Hungry Caterpillar book - Images of Eric Carle's artwork - Art supplies (paper, paint, brushes, etc.) - Scissors, glue, and other collage materials (e.g., colored paper, fabric, magazines)
Introduction:	Print