They might be 'Very Lonely' or 'Very Hungry' to drive the plot along, but his protagonists don't have people-names, people-goals, or people-conflicts. But what distinguishes his approach is a disinterest in anthropomorphizing. In the days after we brought the boys home, 'The Very Hungry Caterpillar' became Luke and Harry's first book, nabbing a permanent spot in the bedtime rotation.Ĭarle's books all feature animals, a solid choice for most children. So maybe it goes without saying that I came to Eric Carle as a fan first and a parent second. The easy-to-read information is complemented by over 250 illustrations by the World of Eric Carle, alongside eye-catching photography, and simple how-it-works diagrams, so that information can be easily explored and understood.Deep in the third trimester of my twin pregnancy, I arrived in the 'decorator' stage of nesting and pasted Very Hungry Caterpillar decals all over the nursery walls. With an array of exciting themes to explore, from sailing the seas to wetland wildlife, incredible inventions to prehistoric peoples, there is something for every curious child to explore and discover.

Contains accessible bite-sized chunks of information and eye-catching images that children can engage withĮach chapter focuses on a different theme, with a new topic every time you turn the page! Introduces common core subjects for the 3-7 age group Organized into chapters by theme, including space, geography, animals and nature, history, science, math and technology, and human body Clear images and stunning photography throughout Fascinating facts about the world around us ideal for curious young learners Young learners can find out all about light and sound, the planets in the Solar System, how plants grow, and much, much more in this one-of-a-kind introduction to common core subjects.įor lovers of The Very Hungry Caterpillar, this must-have children's encyclopedia features: Travel around the world to explore the continents, discover where different animals live, learn all about the people who came before us, and find out how your body works in this colorful and charming first reference book for children aged 3-7.

Take part in an amazing journey of discovery with the Very Hungry Caterpillar and learn fascinating facts about everything from science and space to animals and dinosaurs. Beautifully illustrated in Eric Carle's signature style, this first encyclopedia is perfect for curious kids who love to learn.

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