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Introduce young readers to poetry with The Very Hungry Caterpillar in this first-ever collection of original poems from the World of Eric Carle! Caterpillar's Wish
I made a little wish
on the first star in the sky.
I wished that I could turn into--
a big blue butterfly! This tender collection of first poems invites young readers into the world of poetry. Featuring Eric Carle's beloved classic character, his signature illustrative style, and twelve original poems by award-winning poet Charles Ghigna (Father Goose), this keepsake casebound board book is perfect for little ones and their families to read and enjoy together.
The Very Hungry Caterpillar's First Poems
$14.99
I made a little wish
on the first star in the sky.
I wished that I could turn into--
a big blue butterfly! This tender collection of first poems invites young readers into the world of poetry. Featuring Eric Carle's beloved classic character, his signature illustrative style, and twelve original poems by award-winning poet Charles Ghigna (Father Goose), this keepsake casebound board book is perfect for little ones and their families to read and enjoy together.
Book details
- Format
- Board Books
- Publication date
- February 17, 2026
- ISBN
- 9798217141777
- Publisher
- World of Eric Carle
- Pages
- 28
- Language
- English
- Age range
- 00–03
- Grade range
- P
- BISAC
- Juvenile Fiction, Poetry (see also Stories in Verse), Animals, Butterflies, Moths & Caterpillars, Classics
- Related subjects
- Animals, Butterflies, Classics, Juvenile Fiction, Moths & Caterpillars, Poetry (see also Stories in Verse)