A captivating children's adventure that teaches teamwork, fairness, courage, and independent thinking through the journey of a remarkable caterpillar colony. Filled with colorful illustrations and meaningful life lessons, Flexipillar Island inspires young readers to explore nature, think for themselves, and discover the value of working together.
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Genre : Educational Fiction | Animal Fantasy / Nature Fiction | Children's Fiction
Get ready for a thrilling journey to Flexipillar Island, a refuge for creatures displaced by a colossal flood. This sanctuary is ruled by a diverse array of caterpillars, each with its own distinct personality and aspirations. From Vicepillar, who takes great pride in his royal ancestry, to Ladypillar, who wholeheartedly embraces her inherent beauty, every Flexipillar has a fascinating story to share. While bonds of friendship are being forged, hidden truths come to light. The young reader learns about the daunting challenges and magical adaptations for survival as well as the joys of living in the insect world. Join these endearing characters as they navigate a multitude of challenges, from cunning predators to unforeseen alliances, all while discovering the magical strength of unity and resilience. Flexipillar Island is an uplifting tale that explores the unbreakable bonds of friendship, the unwavering courage within us and the allure of new beginnings.
George C. Oluikpe
About the Author
George C. Oluikpe is a career educator with over 50 years of teaching, research and supervision experience spanning kindergarten through college levels in Africa, the Caribbean and the United States. Born in Nigeria, he served in the Biafran Air Force before migrating to Guyana, where he earned a certificate in Mathematics Curriculum Development (winning the Best Curriculum Study Award) and a Bachelor’s degree in education (thesis recommended for a Master’s degree award by an American visiting professor) both from the University of Guyana, winning the President’s Medal -- Guyana’s most prestigious academic award. He holds two Master’s degrees from Miami University, one in Educational Psychology and the other in Experimental Psychology, plus certification in research design. He once served as Test Development Officer in Guyana and, later as Testing Director at Florida Memorial College, simultaneously serving as adjunct Professor at Barry University in Miami, Florida. He later served as an adjunct professor at Medgar Evers College (CUNY) in Brooklyn, New York. His publications include a multi-volume training material for Cultural Sensitivity to the African Community for the New York Police Department, the children’s book Flexipillar Island (with a sequel, Flexipillar Island 2, nearing completion) and an adult book Plague of Serpents (in development for movie adaptation). Once proclaimed chief story teller in his elementary school, two of his short stories were later read to a world-wide audience by the BBC and his professional writings include an article in the British Journal of Educational Psychology.
Educational Supplement to Flexipillar Island