You, our readers, selected The Very Hungry Caterpillar as your favourite children’s book, and no wonder! According to a recent survey, it is the most read children’s book in Britain and every minute, somewhere in the world buys an Eric Carle book. According to a recent study, The Very Hungry Caterpillar is one of the top 50 booksthat every child should read by age 16.
This beautifully illustrated book celebrates it 50th anniversary this year and has sold more than 30 million copies and counting. ‘Its universal appeal is perhaps due to the transformation from caterpillar to butterfly,’ said author Eric Carle. The story is not limited to a certain age, either. ‘I have to admit,’ Eric Carle continued, ‘it continues to entertain me all these years later!’
In fact, The Very Hungry Caterpillar is suitable for all ages
as all these gifts prove...
LOVE from The Very Hungry Caterpillar
The newest edition of Eric Carle’s most famous book is LOVE from The Very Hungry Caterpillar. This version is great for adults as well as children – don’t ever say it’s ‘just for children!’ LOVE from The Very Hungry Caterpillar celebrates love and all the ways to tell that special someone how much you care. LOVE from The Very Hungry Caterpillar is brilliant for absolutely all ages.