A delightful book, written by a mother/daughter before the 17-year Cicada invasion of 2004. They wrote it to ease the insect anxiety of their 3-year-old granddaughter/daughter when they learned the cicadas were coming. It tells the miraculous life of a special 17-year, periodical Cicada in an endearing way. Beautifully re-illustrated for this second edition. Your child will want to find a Cecily of their own.