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Name: I love Mom with the very hungry caterpillar
Author: Eric Carle

📘 I love Mom with the very hungry caterpillar by Eric Carle

In this colorful, illustrated story, a tiny caterpillar embarks on a daily journey of hunger and discovery, each turn revealing a deeper affection for its mother. The gentle, repetitive storytelling invites young readers to explore the bond between parent and child while enjoying Carle’s vivid artwork.

First publish date: 2016

Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books

Authors: Eric Carle

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