By Eric Carle

An ALA 2012 Notable Children's Video
Eric Carle fans, readers and artists of all ages will thrill to watch The Art of the Picture Book, a new film about the artist's life and creative process. This intimate portrait lets every viewer into Eric Carle's world as if you were there beside him in his studio. Listen and watch as he creates his pictures, remembers his childhood, reflects on the creative life he has led for decades as the creator of more than 70 books for children. The Art of the Picture Book captures the magic of Eric Carle; a man who sees each child as an individual and who is deeply connected to the child he once was.

Running time: 30 minutes.

By Eric Carle

"One sunny Sunday, the caterpillar was hatched out of a tiny egg. He was very hungry." Since its first publication in 1969, Carle's classic has sold over 30 million copies. Carle originally wanted the main character to be a bookworm named Willi, but his editor convinced him otherwise. From the first edition cover.

- 100% cotton kids' tee
- Distressed, softened print
- Unisex sizing (2 yrs - 8 yrs)
- Color: vintage white

Purchase of this shirt sends one book to a community in need and supports children's literacy initiatives in the U.S.

This super soft plush Caterpillar unzips to reveal a soft and cozy sleeping bag, featuring the Butterfly from Eric Carle's The Very Hungry Caterpillar. Perfect for napping or slumber parties, the Caterpillar becomes an cuddly pillow.
Features: Microbead stuffed head for ultimate squishability™ and a large, super-soft coral fleece sleeping bag zipped inside with iconic butterfly print measuring 43" x 22" Machine washable. Recommended for ages 3 and up, but safely tested for all ages.

By Eric Carle

Set of 30 identical Caterpillar bookmarks.

Grow a sunflower just like Eric Carle's The Tiny Seed! Sunflowers are very easy to sprout and can soar to amazing heights outdoors. Sprout them in the included terrarium and plant them outside for you and the natural wildlife to enjoy.

Kit includes sunflower seeds, mini flower pot, plastic terrarium, and sprouting mixture.

By Eric Carle
Illustrated by Eric Carle

Join the tiny seed on an adventure as it grows into a giant flower! Plant the detachable seed-embedded paper to grow beautiful flowers of your very own.

Sturdy shock corded "G-3" patented poles for easy assembly. Mesh windows at top of the tent for ventilation and added fun. Indoor or outdoor use. Zipper with velcro straps on front door makes for easy opening and closing. Flame resistant fabric meets CPAI-84 specifications and ASTM F963 toy safety standards. Crawl through port hold with roll up flap and stays. Free carry bag included. Ages 3+

12 pieces form a 14" x 11" puzzle when assembled. Keep the pieces together in a clear plastic pouch with colored zipper. For ages 2 and up.

Soft apple opens up to reveal five soft fruit play pieces that make rattle sounds and a plush, crinkly caterpillar. Encourages creative and sensory play. Ages 12 months and up.

Set of 10 stackable learning blocks, featuring a different color, letter, number, shape and animal on each block's set. Ages 6 months and up.

A super-soft plush Caterpillar, opens to be a soft book, perfect for babies. Pages of the soft book include cheerful Eric Carle images from his classic The Very Hungry Caterpillar and their corresponding words.

Illustrated by Eric Carle

Image from Eric Carle's The Artist Who Painted a Blue Horse

Illustrated by Eric Carle

Image from The Artist Who Painted a Blue Horse

Illustrated by Eric Carle

Image from Eric Carle's The Very Busy Spider

By Jules Feiffer

Milo and Tock from The Phantom Tollbooth
Limited hand-signed edition of 350
12 x 15 inches
$275

Special Introductory Price $225