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The Very Hungry Caterpillar 50th Anniversary Golden Edition — Content Guide for Parents

By Eric CarlePenguin2018-10-09ISBN 978052551619440 pages
The Very Hungry Caterpillar 50th Anniversary Golden Edition

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Contains references to prayer and church attendance. A minister character plays a supporting role in two chapters.

About this book

THE ICONIC #1 BESTSELLER • The all-time classic picture book starring world’s favorite caterpillar! This beautifully crafted fiftieth-anniversary edition features an afterword by Dolly Parton and a history of the book from the publisher.

“Gorgeously illustrated, brilliantly innovative.”—The New York Times Book Review

In the light of the moon a little egg lay on a leaf.
One Sunday morning the warm sun came up and—pop!—out of the egg came a tiny and very hungry caterpillar.

So begins the journey of Eric Carle’s most beloved storybook character. Follow along as one of nature’s loveliest marvels eats his way through an amazing variety of foods as he prepares to transform into a beautiful butterfly! Children will love the strikingly bold, colorful pictures against a simple text in large, clear type.

To celebrate fifty years of warming the hearts of little ones everywhere, this stunning anniversary edition includes Eric Carle’s classic story originally published in 1969, along with a sweet note from the author himself, an afterword by Dolly Parton, and a history of the book’s legacy. This anniversary edition is perfect for sharing with anyone who can’t get enough of the world’s favorite caterpillar!

Frequently asked questions

  • Is The Very Hungry Caterpillar 50th Anniversary Golden Edition appropriate for a 7-year-old?

    The book does not contain any violence. It features a caterpillar eating various foods and undergoing metamorphosis, which is presented in a humorous and colorful manner suitable for young children. There is no scary content in the book. The story is light-hearted and designed to be engaging for children, with no elements that could cause fear or distress.

  • Does The Very Hungry Caterpillar 50th Anniversary Golden Edition have violence?

    The book does not contain any violence. It features a caterpillar eating various foods and undergoing metamorphosis, which is presented in a humorous and colorful manner suitable for young children.

  • Does The Very Hungry Caterpillar 50th Anniversary Golden Edition have scary content?

    There is no scary content in the book. The story is light-hearted and designed to be engaging for children, with no elements that could cause fear or distress.

  • Does The Very Hungry Caterpillar 50th Anniversary Golden Edition have religious themes?

    No religious content is present in the book. The narrative focuses on the caterpillar's transformation and does not include any religious practices, beliefs, or themes.

  • Does The Very Hungry Caterpillar 50th Anniversary Golden Edition have racial/cultural content?

    Race is not a central theme or plot point in the book. The narrative features a caterpillar and does not address racial issues or themes.

  • Does The Very Hungry Caterpillar 50th Anniversary Golden Edition have profanity?

    No profanity is present in the book. The language used is simple and appropriate for young readers, focusing on the caterpillar's journey.

  • Does The Very Hungry Caterpillar 50th Anniversary Golden Edition have climate change?

    There are no climate themes in the book. The story revolves around the caterpillar's eating and transformation, without addressing environmental issues or activism.

  • Does The Very Hungry Caterpillar 50th Anniversary Golden Edition have sexual identity?

    There is no sexual content in the book. The story is focused on the caterpillar's eating habits and transformation into a butterfly, with no references to sexual themes.

  • Does The Very Hungry Caterpillar 50th Anniversary Golden Edition have gender roles?

    The book does not discuss or promote any specific gender roles. It features a caterpillar as the main character without any focus on gender dynamics or expectations.

  • Does The Very Hungry Caterpillar 50th Anniversary Golden Edition have lgbtq+ themes?

    No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present in the book. The search results focus on general discussions about LGBTQ+ literature but do not mention any specific content related to LGBTQ+ themes in 'The Very Hungry Caterpillar'.

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