by Eric Carle
First published 2018
A child wants to tell Dad something important. The Very Hungry Caterpillar appears to help deliver a special message of love and appreciation. Together they find the perfect way to say "I Love You" to the most important father figure in the child's life. The colorful caterpillar guides the young narrator through expressing feelings that might be hard to put into words alone. This gentle story captures the warm bond between parent and child. The book celebrates the everyday moments when children want to show how much their dads mean to them. Whether for Father's Day, a birthday, or any ordinary day, the caterpillar's presence makes saying "I love you" feel natural and joyful.
Genres: family, contemporary, picture-books
Vibes: emotional, intimate, whimsical
Tropes: found-family
32 pages · Hardcover · World of Eric Carle