Experience the World of Eric Carle on the playground!
Partners in Play
Through our partnership, we help children of all ages grow their physical abilities as well as their imaginations by bringing the characters of the beloved children’s author to life.
Getting Hungry?
Take a Bite of Fun
Kids can join Caterpillar and Butterfly on a journey full of imagination, growth, and play through our whimsical character climbers.
Constructed of glass fiber reinforced polymer, these 30” climbers are low maintenance, UV-stable, and lightweight yet durable—making them an easy way to add a touch of creativity to any play space. Each climber is available in two paint options: Classic with traditionally playful coloring, or Deluxe with Eric Carle’s signature style.
Caterpillar
Just like kids, Caterpillar craves adventure! Poised for action, this charming climber allows kids to satisfy their appetites for fun by exploring and connecting across its arched design.
Butterfly
All that eating transformed Caterpillar into Butterfly! Perched atop a flower, Butterfly’s bright wings are outstretched, inviting kids to climb aboard for their next adventure—after all, growing up doesn’t mean the fun has to end!
Caterpillar Bridge
Transformative Play
Experience two play events in one with Caterpillar Bridge! On the structure, kids can travel across the arched bridge and peer through the Caterpillar’s eyes for an imaginative play experience. At the ground level, kids can test their physical skills across the overhead climber built into the bottom of the bridge.
Fruit Climber
A Sweet Challenge
Give your community a new obstacle to snack on! Kids can climb their way through a series of fruit using a flextread pathway and built-in handholds, developing their strength, coordination, and balance.
Sun, Moon, and Flower Post Toppers
Fun for Days
Set the scene for your play space with these themed post toppers! With Eric Carle’s signature style, kids can imagine all kinds of play adventures that take place from the early morning to past their bedtime.
Seed Climber
Growing New Skills
Inspired by Eric Carle’s The Tiny Seed, Seed Climber features a spiraling staircase of leaves and blooming entrance to your play structure. In addition to using it as inspiration for play scenarios, kids can develop their strength, coordination, and balance as they climb.
Butterfly Wing Panel
Imaginations Take Flight
Featuring eye-catching design, this panel allows kids to sit on the seat and experiment with light through the translucent wings. It can also serve as the perfect photo-op for your community!
Themed Tables and Chairs
Where Friendships Bloom
Bring out the imaginations in your community! Whether they’re taking snack break or enjoying a craft, kids of all ages can enjoy the charming design of these themed tables. Choose from a floral tabletop with leafy seats, or a leafy tabletop with floral seats.
Storybook Trail
Our interactive Storybook Trail invites family and friends to join the Very Hungry Caterpillar on his transformative journey. Featuring Eric Carle’s classic, vibrant style, these trail signs engage children in healthy outdoor physical fitness while fostering a lifelong interest in reading. Signs may be customized with braille, QR codes, and more to personalize the experience for your community.
The World of Eric Carle
The World of Eric Carle is a design-driven licensing and merchandising program based on the picture books by Eric Carle. Trusted by generations of parents, teachers, librarians, and children, The Very Hungry Caterpillar and Carle’s other timeless storybooks come alive through colorfully creative products, designed to inspire very hungry young minds.
From the Page to the Playground
Discover a New Chapter of Fun
Created to engage minds as well as bodies, our whimsical character climbers inspire all members of your community to imagine, grow, and play together.
Caterpillar Bridge
Bridges
Caterpillar – Deluxe
Pretend Play
Butterfly – Deluxe
Pretend Play
Seed Climber 64″
Climbers
Caterpillar – Classic
Pretend Play
Butterfly – Classic
Pretend Play
Flower Post Topper 16″ diameter
Roofs
Moon Post Topper 24″ diameter
Roofs
Sun Post Topper 30″ Diameter
Roofs
Large Leaf Table
Pretend Play
Flower Chair
Pretend Play
Large Flower Table
Pretend Play
Small Flower Table
Pretend Play
Seed Climber 5-Step Freestanding
Climbers
Leaf Chair
Pretend Play
About Eric Carle
A prolific author and artist, Eric Carle has written and illustrated more than seventy books which have sold over 175 million copies worldwide. Using his signature art style and his passion for nature, Carle’s stories encourage kids to learn about and explore the world around them through imaginative play.
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