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product_id: 286473
title: "The Very Hungry Caterpillar"
price: "$15.65"
currency: USD
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reviews_count: 13
url: https://www.desertcart.us/products/286473-the-very-hungry-caterpillar
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# Vivid, engaging colors Sturdy board book for toddlers Iconic caterpillar-to-butterfly story The Very Hungry Caterpillar

**Price:** $15.65
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

> 🦋 Turn tiny hands into lifelong readers with this timeless classic!

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- **What is this?** The Very Hungry Caterpillar
- **How much does it cost?** $15.65 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
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## Key Features

- • **Interactive Design:** Unique die-cut holes let kids poke through the caterpillar’s path, enhancing tactile engagement.
- • **Iconic Storytelling:** Beloved classic by Eric Carle that sparks imagination and lifelong reading habits.
- • **Top-Ranked Bestseller:** #1 in Children’s Classics and Counting Books with 4.9-star rating from 78,000+ reviews.
- • **Early Development Boost:** Encourages counting, days of the week, and healthy eating habits for ages 2-5.
- • **Toddler-Proof Durability:** Sturdy board book designed to withstand little hands and curious fingers.

## Overview

The Very Hungry Caterpillar is a top-ranked, durable board book perfect for toddlers aged 2-5. Featuring vivid colors and interactive die-cut holes, it supports early development through counting and storytelling. With over 78,000 glowing reviews and #1 rankings in multiple children’s book categories, it’s a must-have for every young reader’s library.

## Description

desertcart.com: The Very Hungry Caterpillar: 9780399226908: Carle, Eric: Books

Review: Such a cute book! - A classic book that every child should have in their library. This book is perfect for toddlers. It is high quality, durable, and engaging. I love the vivid colors, and will always remember reading this as a child myself.
Review: Wonderful classic in a form perfect for little hands - Of course Eric Carle is a classic children's author and as far as I know this is his most well-known book. I love it in this small board book form, it's perfect for little hands and little fingers to poke through the holes from our caterpillar friend!

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Best Sellers Rank | #20 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #1 in Children's Classics #1 in Children's Bug & Spider Books (Books) #1 in Children's Counting Books |
| Customer Reviews | 4.9 4.9 out of 5 stars (78,692) |
| Dimensions  | 7.19 x 0.61 x 5 inches |
| Edition  | 1st |
| ISBN-10  | 0399226907 |
| ISBN-13  | 978-0399226908 |
| Item Weight  | 6.4 ounces |
| Language  | English |
| Part of series  | The Very Hungry Caterpillar |
| Print length  | 26 pages |
| Publication date  | March 23, 1994 |
| Publisher  | World of Eric Carle |
| Reading age  | 1+ years, from customers |

## Images

![The Very Hungry Caterpillar - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81qsstEtrgL.jpg)

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Such a cute book!
*by B***E on February 3, 2026*

A classic book that every child should have in their library. This book is perfect for toddlers. It is high quality, durable, and engaging. I love the vivid colors, and will always remember reading this as a child myself.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Wonderful classic in a form perfect for little hands
*by R***. on February 8, 2026*

Of course Eric Carle is a classic children's author and as far as I know this is his most well-known book. I love it in this small board book form, it's perfect for little hands and little fingers to poke through the holes from our caterpillar friend!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Classic
*by T***N on February 21, 2026*

This book is a classic. Well-made, sturdy, clear and colorful pictures. Would always recommend these books.

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- The Very Hungry Caterpillar
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*Last updated: 2026-02-27*