The World of Eric Carle Partners with London and Bronx Zoos

The Very Hungry Caterpillar

and works with its local representative, Rocket Licensing, in the U.K.

With events that kicked off May 29, the ZSL London Zoo is bringing children’s book

The Very Hungry Caterpillar

to life for May half-term, with a series of activities celebrating the picture book and its hero. Running May 29 to July 16, visitors will be able to step inside the caterpillar’s miniature world for COVID-safe interactive family events inspired by the character. 

The Bronx Zoo kicks of Eric Carle’s World of Wildlife, an eight-week immersive program, on July 5. Every Friday, Saturday and Sunday, Eric Carle’s books will come off the pages with live performances, music, games and other activities. Carle’s characters from titles

The Very Hungry Caterpillar

;

Brown Bear

,

Brown Bear

,

What Do You See?

;

The Very Busy Spider

and

The Artist Who Painted a Blue Horse

will be recreated as puppets that will headline daily performances on weekends. These creations will be available for meet and greet/photo-opportunities after each show. The performances are interactive and include puppetry, games, music, dancing and other activities. Each features a different story.

In addition, the Bronx Zoo’s Wildlife Theater will perform on Mondays through Thursdays during the same eight-week period. These performances and activities will connect participants with elements of nature themed from Eric Carle’s books.

Both programs are in the works and/or live now.