Wonder Forge Plays with Eric Carle

Game maker Wonder Forge, in partnership with The World of Eric Carle, is developing preschool games based on the author's best-selling books.

April 6, 2018

Very Hungry Caterpillar preschool games in the works.

Game maker Wonder Forge, in partnership with The World of Eric Carle, is developing preschool games based on the author's best-selling books.

The multi-year North American licensing agreement was brokered by The Joester Loria Group, worldwide licensing agent for The World of Eric Carle.

The new line will feature Carle’s

Very Hungry Caterpillar

on two of Wonder Forge’s preschool game platforms–Matching and Surprise Slides. The new games will debut today with select retailers and will be showcased at the upcoming Fall Toy Preview in Dallas, Texas.

“Carle’s signature artwork and award-winning stories are beloved the world over,” says Joel Berman, head of global business development and licensing, Wonder Forge. “His richly painted and imaginatively envisioned characters have a special place in the hearts of preschoolers and parents alike. Now, the world of Eric Carle will come to life for families in a whole new way–through incredibly fun preschool games.”

“We selected Wonder Forge because we admire

their high-quality approach to game development and their ability to translate literary properties into creative new game experiences designed to delight preschool-aged children,” says Debra Joester, president, JLG.