Follow the Very Hungry Caterpillar as he evolves from egg, to caterpillar to a beautiful butterfly with Eric Carle's simple and bright book which was first published in 1969. The Very Hungry Caterpillar has stood the test of time and is still a top-selling children's book, published in 50 languages - it appeals to boys and girls from all cultures. Children just love reciting the list of foods eaten by the Very Hungry Caterpillar, and parents and teachers love the story too as it teaches young children counting from 1 to 5, the days of the week, and the life cycle of a caterpillar. The Very Hungry Caterpillar brings back so many fond childhood memories for everyone, it's no wonder it had been described as "the best children's book ever written!"