Toy Box: Eric Carle Flash Cards


Updated 03/31/09 8:44 PM · Posted by babysugar · 3 comments

Toy Box: Eric Carle Flash Cards

Already a fan of Eric Carle's beautiful and creative illustrations in children's books such as Brown Bear, Brown Bear and The Hungry Caterpillar, I'm excited to see his art now appearing on alphabet flash cards ($15). Each card has a letter of the alphabet on a colorful backdrop on one side and a splendidly illustrated animal to represent the letter on the other. And, the flash cards are made out Read more

50 of the Best Kids' Birthday Party Themes


Updated 05/27/12 6:10 AM · Posted by · 2 comments

Best Kids' Birthday Party Ideas

It's your lil one's special day, so there's no stopping Mom when it comes to planning the perfect birthday bash. Kids wait all year to celebrate their big days, and with one of these amazing party themes, they're sure to have the best day ever. From an Angry Birds-themed party and a Very Hungry Caterpillar birthday to a firehouse soiree, we've rounded up the best themes for the guest of honor! Read more

A Party That Would Make Eric Carle Proud: The Very Hungry Caterpillar Birthday


Updated 01/27/12 7:58 AM · Posted by LilSugar · 3 comments

The Very Hungry Caterpillar Birthday Party Ideas

On the third day he ate three plums! Eric Carle just introduced his first book in four years, The Artist Who Painted a Blue Horse, but it is his The Very Hungry Caterpillar that is a true children's classic — so it's no surprise that many mamas opt for a caterpillar-themed birthday party for their lil ones. Get inspired to throw your tot an unforgettable birthday with this The Very Hungry Read more

The Very Hungry Caterpillar Pops Up For Its 40th Anniversary!


Updated 02/08/12 2:59 PM · Posted by LilSugar · 1 comment

The Very Hungry Caterpillar 40th Anniversary Popup Book

The Very Hungry Caterpillar is a staple of every tot's library collection. First published in 1969, the children’s book was written and illustrated by beloved author Eric Carle and has since sold more than 29 million copies. To commemorate the 40th anniversary of this classic story, a brand new popup edition is about to be released. Carle's distinctive illustrations come to life in an even Read more

A Whole Lotta Lil in This Week's Links


Updated 10/11/11 6:22 PM · Posted by LilSugar · 0 comments

Eric Carle Kids Party

Calling all Eric Carle fans: here's a Hungry Caterpillar party you won't want to miss! Jessica Alba's baby was born in her amniotic sac. See what that really means. 10 DIY ideas for decorating for Halloween! 12 unglamorous but necessary items to have at home after giving birth. New highchairs even design-oriented mamas will love! These 10 tots have enviable talents! Is Let's Rock Elmo the hot Read more

LilSugar Challenge: Tell Us Your Child's Favorite Book


Updated 02/08/12 2:59 PM · Posted by babysugar · 6 comments

Best Books For Babies

Goodnight Moon or The Very Hungry Caterpillar? Your lil one's bookshelf may be bursting with board books and tomes filled with nursery rhymes, but it is only a matter of time before she'll light up at the sight of some and frown the instant she sees others. My tots both showed their love for three now well-worn copies of: The Going to Bed Book by Sandra Boynton Brown Bear, Brown Bear by Bill Read more

Are Classic Fairy Tales a Thing of the Past?


Updated 02/08/12 2:59 PM · Posted by LilSugar · 13 comments

Are Fairy Tales Passe?

Are the fairy tales we grew up with (not to mention our parents and grandparents) too scary and politically incorrect for our children? According to a nationwide survey in Great Britain, The Baby Website found that one in four moms forgo classics such as Sleeping Beauty and Little Red Riding Hood over The Very Hungry Caterpillar or The Gruffalo. Traditional fairy tales were first popularized Read more