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The Very Hungry Caterpillar Board book – March 23, 1994

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"In the light of the moon a little egg lay on a leaf." So begins Eric Carle's modern classic, The Very Hungry Caterpillar. More than 12 million copies of this book have been sold in its original, full-sized edition, and the beloved tale of science and gluttony has been translated into 20 languages. This five-by-four-inch miniature edition is truly tiny, with tiny type, but it is a nice size for small hands to hold and flip through the pictures. Despite its diminished state, the book is complete in every detail, following the ravenous caterpillar's path as he eats his way through one apple (and the pages of the book itself) on Monday, two pears on Tuesday, three plums on Wednesday, and so on, through cherry pie and sausage--until he is really fat and has a stomachache. And no doubt you know what happens next! Kids love butterfly metamorphosis stories, and this popular favorite teaches counting and the days of the week, too. A fun gift package for caterpillar fans. (Baby to preschool) --Karin Snelson

Eric Carle and Tomie dePaola: Author One-on-One

Eric Carle is the creator, author, and illustrator of The Very Hungry Caterpillar and many other children’s books. Tomie dePaola is the author and illustrator of Strega Nona: Her Story and countless other books. They recently had a conversation about their careers as picture book authors.

Tomie dePaola: When I was only four years old, I announced to my family in particular and to the world in general that I was going to become an artist, and write stories and draw pictures for books. I never swayed from that early declaration. I’ve always been curious to know, what inspired you to become a creator and illustrator of picture books?

Eric Carle: My career began as a graphic designer and for a number of years I worked as an art director for an advertising agency in New York. In the mid 1960's Bill Martin, Jr. saw an ad of a red lobster that I had designed and asked me to illustrate his Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See? Well, I was set on fire! I was so inspired by this book, and the opportunity to illustrate it changed my life. After that, I started to create my own books, both words and pictures, and really it was then that I had found my true course in life.

Now, I have a question for you, Tomie. How would you describe your artistic style, and has it changed over time?

Tomie dePaola: My illustration style is heavily influenced by folk art--strong simple shapes, bold lines, color, color, color and a deceptive simplicity. My style began to develop early in art school, and through the years, it hasn’t changed very much, but it has refined itself. How would you describe yours?

Eric Carle: My aim with my work is to simplify and refine, be logical and harmonious. I like to use simple shapes, bright colors and a lot of white space. I write for the child inside of me. That is always where I begin.

Tomie dePaola: I do, as well. The only audience I keep in mind is that four-year-old in me. People sometimes ask me what advice I would give to young artists. I always think of the wonderful advice I received from my twin cousins when they were in art school in the late '30s. They told me, “Practice, practice, practice and don’t copy.”

Eric Carle: I often tell people about the four magic letters: DO IT. I want to be encouraging but I can only offer the example of my own experience, which is just one approach. There are many wonderful artists to learn about, which is important. But you must use your own imagination. You have to just do it.

Tomie dePaola: How do you feel knowing that a copy of The Very Hungry Caterpillar is sold every 30 seconds, somewhere in the world?

Eric Carle: It is hard for me, maybe for others too, to grasp this concept. But I am truly honored that my story is enjoyed by so many and that it is now being shared by a generation of parents who grew up with my book. How about your Strega Nona. She is one of your most popular characters. Can you share how she came to be?

Tomie dePaola: In the ‘70s when I was teaching at a college, we were required to attend faculty meetings. I always sat in the back with a yellow legal pad. Everyone thought I was taking notes. At one meeting a doodle appeared of a little lady with a big nose and a big chin. I named her Strega Nona, and the rest is history. Speaking of history, how will you be celebrating the third annual Very Hungry Caterpillar Day this year?

Eric Carle: On The Very Hungry Caterpillar Day, March 20th, I will probably be at home with my wife, Bobbie (I am a bit of a hermit, actually). But I will be saying a little toast to the caterpillar for whom I have a special place in my heart. And speaking of holidays, isn’t your favorite holiday Christmas. Do you have a special Christmas memory?

Tomie dePaola: Christmas is my favorite holiday. My favorite Christmas was the one when I received tons and tons of art supplies: everything from an easel to paints, pads and pads of paper, and “how to draw” books.
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About the Author

Eric Carle is acclaimed and beloved as the creator of brilliantly illustrated and innovatively designed picture books for very young children. His best-known work, The Very Hungry Caterpillar, has been translated into 70 languages and sold over 55 million copies. Carle illustrated more than seventy books, many best sellers, most of which he also wrote, and more than 170 million copies of his books have sold around the world. In 2003, Carle received the Laura Ingalls Wilder Award (now called the Children’s Literature Legacy Award) for lifetime achievement in children's literature. In 2002, Eric and his wife, Barbara, cofounded The Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art (www.carlemuseum.org) in Amherst, Massachusetts, a 40,000-square-foot space dedicated to the celebration of picture books and picture book illustrations from around the world, underscoring the cultural, historical, and artistic significance of picture books and their art form. Eric Carle passed away in May 2021 at the age of 91. His work remains an important influence on artists and illustrators at work today. www.eric-carle.com

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ World of Eric Carle; 1st edition (March 23, 1994)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Board book ‏ : ‎ 26 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0399226907
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0399226908
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 1 - 3 years, from customers
  • Lexile measure ‏ : ‎ AD460L
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 6.4 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 7.19 x 0.64 x 5.06 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.9 4.9 out of 5 stars 75,144 ratings

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Eric Carle is acclaimed and beloved as the creator of brilliantly illustrated and innovatively designed picture books for very young children. His best-known work, The Very Hungry Caterpillar, has eaten its way into the hearts of literally millions of children all over the world and has been translated into more than 62 languages and sold over 41 million copies. Since the Caterpillar was published in 1969, Eric Carle has illustrated more than 70 books, many best sellers, most of which he also wrote.

Carle says: "With many of my books I attempt to bridge the gap between the home and school. To me home represents, or should represent; warmth, security, toys, holding hands, being held. School is a strange and new place for a child. Will it be a happy place? There are new people, a teacher, classmates - will they be friendly? 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 divides his time between the Florida Keys and the hills of North Carolina.

For more information about Eric Carle and his books please visit:

The Official Eric Carle web site: http://www.eric-carle.com

Eric Carle's Blog: http://www.ericcarleblog.blogspot.com

The Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art: http://www.carlemuseum.org

The World of Eric Carle Amazon UK page: https://www.amazon.co.uk/l/1658013031

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4.9 out of 5 stars
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Customers say

Customers find the words simple enough for young readers to read. They also say the pages are easy to turn and the book has vibrant colors that are eye candy. Readers say it makes a great gift and has educational value that teaches days of the week, metamorphosis, time concepts, counting, and different food to identify. They say the book is great for children and instantly captures their attention. Customers also say it's fun and imaginative, and a nice addition to any library.

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595 customers mention "Children's content"592 positive3 negative

Customers find the book very colorful and keeps the attention of little ones. They also appreciate Eric Carle's wonderful contribution to literacy.

"Colorful, illustrations, and fun to read. Toddlers love this book!" Read more

"...collage technique brings the story to life in a way that instantly captures the attention of both young and older readers...." Read more

"Great for babies, beautifully illustrated" Read more

"Loved by so many children, entertaining" Read more

223 customers mention "Reading level"197 positive26 negative

Customers find the words simple enough for a young reader to read to. They also say the pages are easy for little fingers to turn due to the varying sizes. Customers also appreciate the colorful, bold, and vibrant colors. They say the book is interactive and rhythmic.

"...His choice of bold, vibrant colors is just like eye-candy for the young ones.The tale itself is simple yet profound...." Read more

"Love that I can watch things from my phone on to the tv. Easy to use the plug." Read more

"When I first got this, the instructions seemed easy enough, but my phone never was able to find it...." Read more

"Works great. Set up was 10 minutes. Immediately recognized by my ASUS Router. Installed two: One in her Glam Room, one in the Upstairs Media Room...." Read more

190 customers mention "Educational value"186 positive4 negative

Customers find the book educational, imaginative, and fun. They say it teaches about caterpillars to butterflies, and is a fun way to introduce numbers and counting. Readers also say the story is delightful and interactive. They mention that the book helps them understand English.

"...On one level, it’s a delightful story about change and growth; on another, it subtly teaches children about the days of the week, counting, and..." Read more

"It’s a short book, but is a fun read and good at teaching how to say some foods...." Read more

"Great pictures and bright colors, but it also teaches about caterpillars to butterflies. Been" Read more

"...to introduce my granddaughter to Eric Carle and his clever way of teaching young children." Read more

178 customers mention "Colorfulness"172 positive6 negative

Customers find the book colorful and vibrant.

"Colorful, illustrations, and fun to read. Toddlers love this book!" Read more

"...His choice of bold, vibrant colors is just like eye-candy for the young ones.The tale itself is simple yet profound...." Read more

"...Good colors, interesting pages, and good graphics." Read more

"...Now with my daughter she enjoys the colors, the pictures, she also likes to count when the caterpillar eats the fruit. Highly recommend." Read more

93 customers mention "Entertainment value"91 positive2 negative

Customers find the book very fun and colorful to read to children. They also say the story creates belly laughs, and the cut outs are fun. Readers also mention that the story and illustrations still make them smile.

"It’s a short book, but is a fun read and good at teaching how to say some foods...." Read more

"...I won't spoil the ending because it's extremely cute and fun for my twins to look at...." Read more

"...Eric Carle makes the story extremely cute and hilarious as the caterpillar literally eats twice its weight and I found myself laughing at the..." Read more

"...It is just so fun and magical and is so nostalgic for me...." Read more

80 customers mention "Giftability"80 positive0 negative

Customers find the book to be a great gift and perfect for a baby shower.

"Always a good choice for a baby gift." Read more

"Perfect for baby shower!" Read more

"Classic and very giftable" Read more

"...His toys and books are happy and colorful and are always well-received gifts! Can't go wrong with Eric Carle!!" Read more

71 customers mention "Counting"71 positive0 negative

Customers find the book offers opportunities for learning counting, days of the week, and numbers. They also say it incorporates counting and days of week.

"...The art is so cute and sweet and it’s a fun way to learn how to count! I love that it comes in a board book so my baby won’t rip it up." Read more

"...The colors are vibrant. It also incorporates counting and days of the week." Read more

"Great book for teaching kids simple counting, colors and facts about butterflies...." Read more

"Can't go wrong with this book. It covers numbers, point and tell, days of the week and it tells the creation story of a butterfly!..." Read more

37 customers mention "Book content"37 positive0 negative

Customers find the book content nice, stimulating the imagination, and offering a wealth of topics to explore and discuss. They also say it's perfect for their needs and a great tool for their two-year-old.

"...But despite its brevity, it offers a wealth of topics to explore and discuss, from biology and metamorphosis to making healthier food choices...." Read more

"A super essential, adorable and creative childrens book!" Read more

"...butterfly, to the days of the week, the idea of change...it's rich with possibilities and spawned the idea for derivative books my class is making..." Read more

"...but I’d love to build a library for her one day and this a great addition to the set." Read more

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Absolutely enjoyed reading this to my daughter. I remember reading it as a kid, then when I had my son we read this to him and loved it. Now with my daughter she enjoys the colors, the pictures, she also likes to count when the caterpillar eats the fruit. Highly recommend.
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Reviewed in the United States on July 4, 2024
Colorful, illustrations, and fun to read. Toddlers love this book!
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 Where to even begin with Eric Carle's "The Very Hungry Caterpillar"? This book has been a cornerstone of childhood for countless kids—and with good reason!

First and foremost, the visual elements are stunning. Eric Carle’s unique collage technique brings the story to life in a way that instantly captures the attention of both young and older readers. His choice of bold, vibrant colors is just like eye-candy for the young ones.

The tale itself is simple yet profound. A caterpillar eats its way through various foods, both healthy and not-so-healthy, growing bigger and ultimately transforming into a butterfly. On one level, it’s a delightful story about change and growth; on another, it subtly teaches children about the days of the week, counting, and nutrition.

I appreciate how the book incorporates little "holes" in the pages to indicate where the caterpillar has munched through, adding a tactile element to the reading experience. My 5-year-old loves poking her fingers through the holes, making the story not just a visual but also a sensory delight!

It’s also worth noting that the story is quick and to-the-point, making it perfect for bedtime or for little ones with shorter attention spans. But despite its brevity, it offers a wealth of topics to explore and discuss, from biology and metamorphosis to making healthier food choices.

"The Very Hungry Caterpillar" isn't just a book; it's an interactive, educational experience that both children and adults can enjoy together. It is a tale that transcends time and remains as relevant today as it was when it was first published. If you haven't introduced your children to this story yet, you're missing out on a classic that’s as nourishing for the mind as it is a delight for the senses.
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Reviewed in the United States on June 7, 2024
My children loved this book! Now, I purchase a copy for every baby shower.
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Reviewed in the United States on June 30, 2024
When I first got this, the instructions seemed easy enough, but my phone never was able to find it. I started the return process and got some troubleshooting instructions. I was able to connect using my PC, and then everything worked great (and my phone found it).

Works great and it's small enough that it's subtle. Glad I didn't have to return it.
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Reviewed in the United States on June 11, 2024
Great for babies, beautifully illustrated
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Reviewed in the United States on July 1, 2024
Works great. Set up was 10 minutes. Immediately recognized by my ASUS Router. Installed two: One in her Glam Room, one in the Upstairs Media Room. Very good signal strength and throughput.
Reviewed in the United States on March 29, 2024
It’s a short book, but is a fun read and good at teaching how to say some foods. My son loves going through this book with me and quickly learned the foods so we both are happy! Good colors, interesting pages, and good graphics.
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Reviewed in the United States on March 29, 2024
It’s a short book, but is a fun read and good at teaching how to say some foods. My son loves going through this book with me and quickly learned the foods so we both are happy! Good colors, interesting pages, and good graphics.
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Reviewed in the United States on July 2, 2024
Love that I can watch things from my phone on to the tv. Easy to use the plug.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Childhood in a book.
Reviewed in Canada on February 29, 2024
"The Very Hungry Caterpillar" by Eric Carle is the epitome of childhood encapsulated in a book. With its vivid illustrations and straightforward narrative, this timeless classic effortlessly transports young readers into a world of enchantment and discovery. The charming story follows the journey of a voracious caterpillar as it munches through various foods, teaching little ones about counting, days of the week, and the transformative process in a beautifully simple manner. Carle's distinctive collage-style artwork and interactive cut-out designs on each page add an extra layer of engagement, making it a beloved choice for both children and the adults who share the experience.

As a cherished part of many households, "The Very Hungry Caterpillar" has transcended generations, creating a shared connection between readers young and old. Its enduring popularity is a testament to its ability to evoke fond memories of childhood and the joy of storytelling. This book is not just a literary masterpiece; it's a cherished memory that brings families together, celebrating the pure wonder and magic of being a child.
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Fátima
5.0 out of 5 stars Me encsnto
Reviewed in Mexico on October 28, 2023
Buena calidad del libro, muy lindo
R.R
5.0 out of 5 stars Funny and SOooo lovely!
Reviewed in France on December 26, 2023
I bought this book for three young kids: one baby (6 months), one young "lady' (2 years) and another young "lady" (3 years).
They all love it!
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5.0 out of 5 stars My little one loved the book.👍🏻
Reviewed in the United Arab Emirates on July 28, 2022
The quality of the book is very nice. My 2 year old enjoys looking at the pictures. I'm glad I bought this book for her.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Nice
Reviewed in Saudi Arabia on August 22, 2021
Good quality