THE VERY HUNGRY CATERPILLAR by Eric Carle
PAPERBACK
Author & Illustrator: Eric Carle
THE VERY HUNGRY CATERPILLAR is a timeless board book favourite that merges simple storytelling with delightful visuals. Beginning with a tiny egg on a leaf, the narrative follows a caterpillar as it hatches and embarks on a week-long journey of feeding - eating through fruits, snacks, and more - before transforming into a beautiful butterfly.
The sequence is charming, predictable, and perfect for young children just discovering reading, and Eric Carle’s signature collage artwork is vibrant, bold, and inviting. Each page offers bright colours, cut-out shapes, and even die-cut holes for little fingers to explore - making the book tactile as well as visual. The straightforward counting and naming of foods also help introduce numbers, days of the week, and vocabulary in an engaging, memorable way.