Series:

World of Eric Carle

100 total works

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A house for Hermit Crab

by Eric Carle

Published 1 October 1988
A modern-day fable based on the true habits of the hermit crab, this story also addresses the problem of growing up - "it's time to move", says Hermit Crab, "I've grown too big for this little shell". This picture book has colourful collage illustrations characteristic of the author, who is best known as the creator of "The Very Hungry Caterpillar".

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The Tiny Seed

by Eric Carle

Published 1 August 1987
A simple description of a flowering plant's life cycle through the seasons.

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Walter the Baker

by Eric Carle

Published 1 September 1993
By order of the Duke, Walter the baker must invent a tasty roll through which the rising sun can shine three times.

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Have You Seen My Cat?

by Eric Carle

Published April 1973
Carle has written and illustrated a picture book about a boy's search for his missing cat. The boy meets many different types of cat before he finds his own. A lot of information about cats is presented in the story. This edition has new illustrations. Carle's previous books include "The Very Hungry Caterpillar", "Papa, Please Get the Moon For Me", "The Greedy Python and the Foolish Tortoise", "The Tiny Seed" and "The Bad-Tempered Ladybird".

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The Mixed-Up Chameleon

by Eric Carle and Wilson

Published 24 October 1984
A bored chameleon wishes it could be more like all the other animals it sees, but soon decides it would rather just be itself. Cutouts along the edges of the pages display various animals and colors.

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Papa, Please Get the Moon for Me

by Eric Carle

Published 1 November 1986
Monica's father fulfills her request for the moon by taking it down after it is small enough to carry, but it continues to change in size. Some pages fold out to display particularly large pictures.

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This gorgeous little gift book from The Very Hungry Caterpillar is the perfect way to say, 'I Love You, Dad!' this Father's Day!

Dad... you're easy to talk to... even when I am feeling prickly... you are always there... that's why I love you, Dad!

Join The Very Hungry Caterpillar for a celebration of love and all the ways to tell your dad how much you care.

This lovely little book features Eric Carle's colourful artwork of animal dads and babies, with the Hungry Caterpillar making an appearance alongside each one.

The ideal gift for Father's Day or for anytime you want to say 'I Love You, Dad'.

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The New York Times bestselling book on love!

You are . . . the cherry on my cake . . . the apple of my eye. You make . . . the sun shine brighter . . . my heart flutter . . .

Join The Very Hungry Caterpillar for a celebration of love and all the ways to tell that special someone how much you care. This delightful little book features Eric Carle's bright and distinctive artwork of favourite things, from pretty sweets to sparkling stars, with The Very Hungry Caterpillar making an appearance alongside each one. The perfect gift for Valentine's Day, or any day you want to say . . . I love you!

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My First Busy World

by Eric Carle

Published 16 July 2019

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Eric Carle's most beloved character, The Very Hungry Caterpillar, comes alive in this counting book that features a caterpillar finger puppet that peeks his head through each page. Read and count along as he munches his way through 1 delicious apple, 2 crisp pears, and 3 tart plums to become a beautiful butterfly at the end!

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It’s a sunny day on the farm with The Very Hungry Caterpillar! Who will he meet? From horses near the big red barn to little ducklings in a pond, discover new farmyard friends in this tabbed board book with easy-to-flip tabs, easy-to-read text, and easy-to-love Eric Carle art.

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Today Is Monday

by Eric Carle

Published 24 February 1993
Learn the days of the week with bestselling author/illustrator Eric Carle through song!

String beans, spaghetti, ZOOOOP, roast beef, fresh fish, chicken and ice cream are the delicious fare during the week in this popular children's song. Until Sunday. Then, all the world's children are invited to come together and share in the meal. Celebrated artist Eric Carle brings new energy to these much-loved verses as lively animals parade across the page, munching on favorite dishes, and introducing young readers to the names of the days of the week. Both art and song invite children to join in the procession and sing along.

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1,2,3 to the Zoo

by Eric Carle

Published 29 October 1987

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Learn over 200 words with The Very Hungry Caterpillar and friends!

As your little one is learning to speak, introduce them to the colourful, iconic world of Eric Carle.

From food and clothes to animals and feelings, this is the perfect way for little ones to learn the words they need to navigate their busy worlds.

With the bright and beautiful artwork from Eric Carle and clear font, this book makes learning lots of fun! There is even a spread at the end so little readers can try to remember all the words they have read.

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The Very Hungry Caterpillar

by Eric Carle

Published 28 March 1974
Follows the progress of a hungry little caterpillar as he eats his way through a varied and very large quantity of food until, full at last, he forms a cocoon around himself and goes to sleep. Die-cut pages illustrate what the caterpillar ate on successive days.

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Mister Seahorse

by Eric Carle

Published 26 April 2004
A stunning new picture book from Eric Carle about Mister Seahorse and other 'male mothers', with special acetate pages that hide fish behind rocks and reeds. As he floats through the sea, Mister Seahorse meets a Mr Stickleback, Mr Tilapia, Mr Kurtus and many other fish fathers caring for their eggs and babies in the most surprising ways.

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Join The Very Busy Spider and all her friends in this spooky lift-the-flap board book!

With a lift-flap on every spread, this sturdy casebound board book has all the tricks to make it a perfect Halloween treat for beginning readers! Say "Boo" and "Happy Halloween" with some of Eric Carle's most beloved characters, including The Very Hungry Caterpillar and The Very Busy Spider.

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Little Cloud

by Eric Carle

Published 16 April 1996
The clouds drift across the bright blue sky--all except one. Little Cloud trails behind. He is busy changing shapes to become a fluffy sheep, a zooming airplane, and even a clown with a funny hat. Eric Carle's trademark collages will make every reader want to run outside and discover their very own little cloud.

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My First Peek-A-Boo Animals

by Eric Carle

Published 6 June 2017
Peek-a-boo! There s an elephant hiding under that flap! With all sorts of animals, lift-the-flaps, lively rhyming text, and Eric Carle s bright, colorful artwork this charming new board book is sure to keep little ones busy.

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This shaped board book inches its way into little hands and hearts--and brings The Very Hungry Caterpillar to life!

The Very Hungry Caterpillar is a beloved classic, and has sold 41 million copies worldwide in 62 languages. This stunning caterpillar-shaped book is the perfect introduction to this timeless story. As they turn the pages, young children will learn all the words from the world of The Very Hungry Caterpillar, from egg to strawberry, lollipop, and--finally--beautiful butterfly! With Eric Carle's bright colorful illustrations, this is the perfect addition to every child’s library and a wonderful gift for new babies, baby showers, birthdays, and other new beginnings!