{"product_id":"the-very-hungry-caterpillar-first-poems","title":"The Very Hungry Caterpillar - First Poems","description":"\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Very Hungry Caterpillar's First Poems\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003eIntroduce young readers to the wonderful world of poetry with \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"62\"\u003eThe Very Hungry Caterpillar\u003c\/i\u003e in this first-ever collection of original verse from the World of Eric Carle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003ePerfect for little ones and their families to read aloud and enjoy together, this beautiful anthology serves as a gentle, engaging stepping stone into rhythm and rhyme.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eA Whimsical Sneak Peek\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cblockquote data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCaterpillar’s Wish\u003c\/b\u003e \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"19\"\u003eI made a little wish\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"40\"\u003eon the first star in the sky.\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"70\"\u003eI wished that I could turn into—\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"103\"\u003ea big blue butterfly!\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eArtistry and Collaboration\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eThis tender collection brings together the work of two celebrated creators to deliver a rich visual and auditory experience for toddlers and preschoolers:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Poetry:\u003c\/b\u003e Features twelve heartfelt, original poems by award-winning poet \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"76\"\u003eCharles Ghigna\u003c\/b\u003e (affectionately known as Father Goose®), specially crafted to capture a child's wonder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Illustration:\u003c\/b\u003e Brought to life with \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"39\"\u003eEric Carle’s\u003c\/b\u003e signature collage-style artwork and iconic characters, ensuring an immediate sense of familiarity and warmth for young fans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eProduct Essentials\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAuthors \/ Illustrators:\u003c\/b\u003e Charles Ghigna \u0026amp; Eric Carle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Keepsake casebound board book.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eContent:\u003c\/b\u003e 12 original poems featuring beloved classic characters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTarget Audience:\u003c\/b\u003e Infants, toddlers, and early readers (Birth to 3 years).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Penguin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52448288932121,"sku":"9798217141777","price":29.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0798\/5188\/0729\/files\/Screenshot2026-05-29at1.45.23pm.png?v=1780026503","url":"https:\/\/www.paperrepublic.com.au\/products\/the-very-hungry-caterpillar-first-poems","provider":"Paper Republic","version":"1.0","type":"link"}