The Very Hungry Caterpillar
by Eric Carle
8.09 / 10 133 ratings
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2000
- Publisher
- Hamish Hamilton
- Pages
- 32
- ISBN
- 9780241141069
Subjects
- Literature & Fiction
- Subjects
- Literary
- Children's Books
- Activities, Crafts & Games
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- New York Times bestseller
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- Foreign Language Learning
- Picture books
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- Insects, Spiders, etc
- Butterflies, Moths & Caterpillars
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- Child and youth fiction
- Children's stories
- English language readers
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- Children's stories, Chinese
- Picture books for children
- Spanish language materials
- Children's stories, English
- Date & Time
Original edition
The Very Hungry CaterpillarOriginally published in 1969 English Scholastic Incorporated
Other editions (107)
What other readers say
Liked
The book receives strong praise for its appeal to young readers, consistently described as very attractive. A standout feature is the inclusion of interactive magnets that children can stick onto the pages and peel off, adding a fun, tactile dimension to the reading experience. Reviewers also highlight the beautiful illustrations and the familiar presence of the very hungry caterpillar, which seems to be a beloved element. Furthermore, the book is valued for its educational benefits, helping children to recognize colors and objects, as well as practice counting numbers.
Disliked
Based solely on the provided review, no specific negatives or drawbacks are mentioned regarding the book. The feedback is entirely positive, focusing on the book's strengths and the enjoyment and learning it provides to young readers.
In short
Overall, the book appears to be a highly recommended and engaging product for its target audience. It is particularly well-suited for young children who enjoy interactive elements and visually appealing stories. Readers seeking a book that effectively combines entertainment with early learning opportunities, such as color and object recognition and basic counting, would likely find this title very satisfying. It would also appeal to children who are fond of the iconic very hungry caterpillar character.
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