The Very Hungry Caterpillar
  • Published: 5 April 2018
  • ISBN: 9780241003008
  • Imprint: Puffin
  • Format: Board Book
  • Pages: 24

The Very Hungry Caterpillar

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Board Book
5 Apr 2018
Board Book
29 Feb 2016
Hardback
26 Feb 2014
Board Book
27 Feb 2013
Hardback
1 Aug 2011
Board Book
4 May 2009
Board Book
7 Nov 2003
Paperback
26 Jun 2003
EBook
22 Nov 2016
EBook
22 Nov 2016
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Enjoy Eric Carle's classic story even more with this fantastic book and toy set.

A much-loved classic, The Very Hungry Caterpillar has won over millions of readers with its vivid and colourful collage illustrations and its deceptively simply, hopeful story. With its die-cut pages and finger-sized holes to explore, this is a richly satisfying book for children.
  • Published: 5 April 2018
  • ISBN: 9780241003008
  • Imprint: Puffin
  • Format: Board Book
  • Pages: 24
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