Ep 12. Books / Betty Caterpillar

Ben & Holly's Little Kingdom is a British animated television series created by Neville Astley and Mark Baker. This animated series follows the adventures of Ben, an elf, and Holly, a fairy princess, in their magical kingdom.

Episode 12 of Season 1 of Ben & Holly's Little Kingdom is titled "Books / Betty Caterpillar." In this episode, Ben and Holly visit the library in search of a good book to read. However, when they arrive, they find that the library is closed. They decide to try and find a book somewhere else. They search through the castle and the Elf Tree, but they can't seem to find the right book.

Meanwhile, Gaston the Ladybird is trying to find Betty Caterpillar, who has crawled off into the forest somewhere. Despite searching all day, Gaston can't seem to find her. At the same time, Ben and Holly have finally found a book they are interested in reading. As they settle down to read, they hear Gaston calling for Betty Caterpillar.

Despite not knowing what a caterpillar is, Ben and Holly decide to help Gaston find her. They use their magic to shrink themselves down to the size of insects, allowing them to search through the forest with ease. Along the way, they encounter a range of magical creatures, including a spider and a snail.

Finally, they find Betty Caterpillar, who is stuck on a branch. Using their magic, they free Betty and bring her back to Gaston. As a thank you, Betty offers to give Ben and Holly a ride on her back. They happily accept and take a ride around the forest before returning to their normal size.

In the end, Ben and Holly return to the library to return their book and find that it has reopened. They decide to spend the rest of the day reading together.

"Books / Betty Caterpillar" is a heartwarming episode that demonstrates the value of friendship and the importance of helping others in need. It is a perfect addition to the collection of Ben & Holly's Little Kingdom episodes that are known for their enchanting storytelling and whimsical animation. This episode is sure to entertain children and adults alike with its engaging storyline and lovable characters.