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A House for Hermit Crab (World of Eric Carle) [Paperback]

Eric Carle
4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (47 customer reviews)

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April 1, 2002 5 and up World of Eric Carle
Poor Hermit Crab! He's outgrown his snug little shell, so he finds himself a larger one -- and many new friends to decorate and protect his new house. But what will happen when he outgrows this shell, and has to say good-bye to all the sea creatures who have made Hermit Crab's house a home?

Children facing change in their own lives will relate to Hermit Crab's story -- and learn a lot about the fascinating world of marine life along the way.


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Editorial Reviews

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"Time to move," said Hermit Crab one day. "I've grown too big for this little shell." Much-loved master of cut-paper collage Eric Carle created A House for Hermit Crab to comfort any little ones (okay, and adults, too) who dread change--whether the new shell is a new home, a new school, or a new experience. In this soothing, upbeat story, Hermit Crab casts his eyestalks on a newer, bigger shell, but it seems plain and unwelcoming at first. When he meets some beautiful, swaying sea anemones, he asks if one of them will come to adorn the outside of his shell. In time a colorful sea star, some coral, an industrious sea snail, a fortress-protecting sea urchin, and an illuminating lantern fish all join forces with him, making his house a home. Much to his dismay, just when his dwelling and new family fit him to a T, he finds he's physically outgrown his shell yet again. Instead of bemoaning his fate, he eagerly spots a newer, bigger shell--to him a fresh, blank artist's canvas--and relishes the thought of all the undersea home-improvement possibilities: sponges, barnacles, clown fish, and more! Kids will love Carle's rich, affectionate portrayal of Hermit Crab's ocean odyssey, and the gentle story may help them see that giving up the old for the new is not a loss, but an opportunity. (Ages 4 to 8) --Karin Snelson --This text refers to the Hardcover edition.

From Publishers Weekly

Hermit Crab moves out of his small shell on the sea floor, in search of a new residence. When he finds a bigger place, a sea anemone offers to move in with him; a starfish agrees to decorate the joint. A snail and a sea urchin are employed for cleaning and protection, a lantern fish for lighting and smooth pebbles are used for a wall. Hermit lives happily for a while, until it is time to move again, to a still larger place. Carle's underwater neighborhood is snug, dynamic and full of possibilities. Droplets of color enrich the sea bottom and blades of seaweed are superimposed on the bright white background, in pictures that are occasionally quite abstract, but always engaging. All ages.
Copyright 1988 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to the Hardcover edition.

Product Details

  • Age Range: 5 and up
  • Paperback: 32 pages
  • Publisher: Aladdin (April 1, 2002)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0689848943
  • ISBN-13: 978-0689848940
  • Product Dimensions: 10.7 x 7.7 x 0.2 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 5 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (47 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #6,779 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Eric Carle is acclaimed and beloved as the creator of brilliantly illustrated and innovatively designed picture books for young children.


Eric was born in Syracuse, New York, in 1929, and moved with his parents to Germany when he was six years old. After graduating from art school, he returned to America, the land of his happiest childhood memories, and found work as a graphic designer.


After seeing an advertisement designed by Eric, respected educator and author, Bill Martin Jr, called to ask him to illustrate a story he had written. Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See?, with its distinctive collage style, was the result of their collaboration. This favorite was the beginning of Eric Carle's true career. Soon Eric was writing his own stories, developing a close bond with Ann Beneduce, the founder of Philomel Books, who would be his editor for nearly 40 years. In 1969 they published the celebrated classic, The Very Hungry Caterpillar, which has eaten its way into the hearts of literally millions of children all over the world and has been translated into more than 30 languages. Since this beginning, Eric Carle has illustrated more than seventy books, many best sellers, most of which he also wrote.


The secret of Eric Carle's books' appeal lies in his intuitive understanding of and respect for children, who sense in him instinctively someone who shares their most cherished thoughts and emotions. He says "I believe the passage from home to school is the second biggest trauma of childhood; the first is, of course, being born.
Indeed, in both cases we leave a place of warmth and protection for one that is unknown. The unknown often brings fear with it. In my books I try to counteract this fear, to replace it with a positive message. I believe that children are naturally creative and eager to learn. I want to show them that learning is really both fascinating and fun."


Eric Carle has two grown-up children, a son and a daughter. He and his wife Barbara divide their time between Massachusetts and Florida.

Customer Reviews

My 5 1/2 year old daughter loves ALL his books! Tampanian Parrothead  |  4 reviewers made a similar statement
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10 of 10 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars hermit crab faces challenge of growth and the unknown February 1, 1999
By A Customer
Format:Hardcover
A little hermit crab must find a new home and discovers new friends and possiblities in the process. The book has lots of other goodies such as different sea creatures to count,colors,names of the month and is a nice tie-in to a beginning marine life book if you want to explore that too. You can read this one many times and still enjoy !
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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars The Possibilities are Endless! June 3, 2000
Format:Hardcover
...And that it is what this book is teaching children. No matter where you go or what new situations you might face, there are always new and exciting possibilities to which one should look forward. On another level, it is an endearing story about a growing hermit crab, illustrated with the typically spectacular Eric Carle drawings. My 5 1/2 year old daughter loves ALL his books!
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars So many great lessons in this book! July 11, 2005
By L. Lee
Format:Hardcover
My 3.5 year old son loves this book - we are typically reading it at least twice a day. I love that there is a since of time involved, as each page covers a month in the year. Great for a preschooler who is just learning to get a grip on the calendar. The hermit crab forms symbiotic relationships with other sea creatures; another great lesson. Also super fun to read out load with lots of opportunities to "do" the different voices. There is a glossary in back - perhaps a little advanced for a 3 yr old, but I enjoyed that the first time I read through the book - it will be good when my son is a little older. I like that, although our hermit crab has to eventually leave his friends behind in search of a new home, he is able to pass along his old home to a younger crab. All this with the style of illustrations that we have all come to love in eric Carle books, makes this one a big winner!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Classic
I had not planned to order this one and when I found it, I just had to order it.
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Published 1 month ago by Martha W. Fowler
5.0 out of 5 stars A great book for children!
I bought a book for each of my grandchildren (4 and 5), and they loved it. The illustrations are awesome. The book is also very educational. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Stephanie Alden Brooks
5.0 out of 5 stars Another great Eric Carle book!
Love reading A House for Hermit Crab to my students! Great book to teach about ocean animals! Great pictures as always too!
Published 4 months ago by Jaime M. Phillips
5.0 out of 5 stars Eric Carle Steals the Show!!!
I love Eric Carle's illustrations that go along with his stories. This book is fun to look at and fun to read. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Miss Howe
5.0 out of 5 stars A fantastic book
This is a great book for those who know someone who travels and/or moves often. Great explanation for adults and children about the reinvention of onself and learning through... Read more
Published 4 months ago by Kim Matthews
5.0 out of 5 stars Love this book
My boys have three hermit crabs and love this book!!
Great Illustrations and story. We have quite a few books by this author
Published 5 months ago by Kelly A. Buck
5.0 out of 5 stars Children's classic
Bought this for a literature unit for my Kindergarten class. The pictures are beautiful as are most of Eric Carle's books. Read more
Published 5 months ago by Lauren Costa
3.0 out of 5 stars Teeeensy tiny book
5 stars for the great story and beautiful artwork, as always, but 1 star for the eensy weensy teeny size of this book (which I admit I could have been prepared for had I scrolled... Read more
Published 9 months ago by Dewfactor
4.0 out of 5 stars Confused regading size
Know the story, love the story, bought for grandchild
I thought I was ordering the full size hardcover book.
When book arrived it was a mini size hardcover book. Read more
Published 9 months ago by betty
5.0 out of 5 stars beautiful story
Very beautiful pictures,real facts about hermit crabs,and a great story. Hermit Crab meets new friends along the way, then puts them on or near his shell for protection, and... Read more
Published 9 months ago by shoe-a-holic
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