Eric Carle

"Slowly, slowly, slowly . . . that's the way the sloth moves. Slowly, it eats and then, slowly, it falls asleep. "What strange kind of creature is this?" the other animals wonder. Why doesn't it run or fly or play or hunt like the rest of us? "Why are you so slow?" the howler monkey inquires. But the sloth doesn't answer any questions until the jaguar asks, "Why are you so lazy?" Anyone who has ever felt too busy will appreciate the sloth's peaceful...

A simple description of a flowering plant's life cycle through the seasons.

A hermit crab who has outgrown his old shell moves into a new one, which he decorates and enhances with the various sea creatures he meets in his travels.

Follows the progress of a hungry little caterpillar as he eats his way through a varied and very large quantity of food until, full at last, he forms a cocoon around himself and goes to sleep.

By cutting and grinding the wheat for flour, Jack starts from scratch to help make his breakfast pancake.

Brightly colored forms represent music played by the violin.

Encourages the reader to exercise by following the movements of various animals; presented in a question and answer format.

Bold illustrations and easy-to-read text encourage children who are going out into the world to spread their wings, knowing they have everything they need inside them. It's time for you to spread your wings and fly. The world can seem like a scary place. But you are ready.

Just stop and breathe... How do you feel? Join The Very Hungry Caterpillar for a soothing story featuring classic art from the World of Eric Carle. Simple coping mechanisms and peaceful illustrations offer an introduction to processing emotions, all through the power of mindful breathing. Little ones can learn how to handle confusing feelings, regain focus, and be happy. This book is an excellent reminder to take a moment, breathe deep, and smile!...

An introduction to the meaning of numbers and sets as a rooster, on his way to see the world, is joined by fourteen animals along the way.