World of Eric Carle: My First Phonics Box Set, Paperback

The World of Eric Carle meets phonics in this 12-book boxed set just right for young readers. With the recognizable and timeless illustrations Eric Carle is known for, this set is sure to appeal to readers ready to begin learning phonics. Eric Carle's beloved art makes learning fun as vivid images accompany the text on each page, keeping young readers excited and engaged. Simple text developed by literacy experts ushers readers into phonics without overwhelming them. Each book covers a different phonics lesson with an engaging and age-appropriate story. Since the first publishing of The Very Hungry Caterpillar in 1969, over 55 million copies have been sold worldwide and the book has been translated into 76 languages. About the Author Eric Carle was the legendary and bestselling creator of The Very Hungry Caterpillar and over 70 other classic books for very young children. The Very Hungry Caterpillar has sold over 55 million copies, and been translated into 76 languages. Eric Carle was honored many times for his work, including the Laura Ingalls Wilder Award from the American Library Association (now called the Children's Literature Legacy Award) and the NEA Foundation Award for Outstanding Service to Public Education, among many other national and international awards. In 2002, Eric Carle and his wife, Barbara, co-founded The Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art in Amherst, Massachusetts. Eric Carle passed away in 2021, at the age of 91