StoryToys and The Eric Carle Studio have released of “My Very Hungry Caterpillar,” the first fully interactive 3D app based on the character of author and illustrator Eric Carle. 

The World of Eric Carle is represented for licensing by the Joester Loria Group.

The virtual character app lets children nurture, care for and play with their own Very Hungry Caterpillar.

“My Very Hungry Caterpillar," designed for preschoolers and Eric Carle fans of all ages, is the second in a series of apps created under license with The World of Eric Carle, and is now available in the Apple App Store.  

“With 'My Very Hungry Caterpillar' I believe the StoryToys team has created one of the most magical kids' apps you will find in the App Store today,” says Barry O’Neill, chief executive officer, StoryToys. “We’re very proud that on behalf of the Eric Carle Studio, the Joester Loria Group has allowed us to bring his character to life in digital form, and we hope that his millions of fans enjoy interacting with The Very Hungry Caterpillar in this magical new environment.”