Today, we are thrilled to share our favorite very hungry caterpillar activities!
From egg, to caterpillar, to cocoon, this playful Eric Carle book (affiliate) follows the life of a caterpillar as he munches and crunches his way to becoming a butterfly.
Kids will love retelling the story by doing their very own hungry caterpillar activities.
Keep the kids busy all month long with our list of over 30 very hungry caterpillar activities and crafts!
Very Hungry Caterpillar Activities and Crafts
Thread a caterpillar necklace that kids can wear. via Buggy and Buddy
Rocks and toilet paper rolls make these adorable, Earth friendly caterpillars. via Toddler Approved
Make your own, no-sew hungry caterpillar costume. via Kids Activities Blog
Babies and toddlers can get in on the fun with this hungry caterpillar sensory tub. via The Imagination Tree
Grab a file folder and make your own hungry caterpillar game. via Kids Activities Blog
Work fine motor skills with this button caterpillar. via Mama Pea Pod
Make your own DIY board game to retell the story of the hungry caterpillar. via Creative Family Fun
This stamp craft makes adorable hungry caterpillars for toddlers, or for any age. via Buggy & Buddy
After reading the book, kids will love making and wearing their own hungry caterpillar hats. via Toddler Approved
Use this template to make your own gorgeous butterfly. via Frogs and Snails and Puppy Dog Tails
Decorate a caterpillar on Popsicle sticks. via The Rainy Day Mum
Play a matching game with M&M caterpillars. via Toddler Approved
More Very Hungry Caterpillar Activities & Crafts
Make your own hungry caterpillar pinata for a party, or just for fun! via Boy Mama Teacher Mama
These play dough caterpillars are perfect for retelling the story. via The Imagination Tree
Get kids laughing {if they’re not too ticklish!!} while you make an adorable toe print caterpillar. via Crafting Morning
Threading a caterpillar through a leaf is perfect for learning the basics of sewing. via Here Comes the Girls
Help baby explore the book with these hands on play ideas and an adorable hand print craft, too. via House of Burke
Use play dough to make caterpillars and butterflies. via Powerful Mothering
Kids will want to do this caterpillar floor puzzle over and over. via Boy Mama Teacher Mama
Toilet paper rolls become a paint brush for this very hungry caterpillar painting. via Danya Banya
Show teacher’s how much you love them with these hungry caterpillar party ideas. via The Educators Spin on It
Eat your own healthy, caterpillar snack with veggies. via Nurture Store
After reading the book, kids will love making and wearing their own hungry caterpillar hats. via Toddler Approved
Even More Very Hungry Caterpillar Activities
Up-cycle a container to make your own hungry caterpillar game {with a free printable}. via This Teaching Mama
Make mini hungry caterpillars while you work fine motor muscles. via Powerful Mothering
Paint your own hungry caterpillar paper plate craft. via The Chirping Moms
Buy foods that the hungry caterpillar eats and donate them to a local food drive. via The Good Long Road
Build a clothespin hungry caterpillar. via Adventures of Adam
Make a 3D hungry caterpillar with tin cans. via Hands On As We Grow
This toilet paper roll caterpillar is perfect for making 3D art. via Danya Banya
Make a giant hungry caterpillar to hang on the wall. via The Imagination Tree
Paint a paper bag hungry caterpillar for sorting food. via Artsy Momma
Kids will love making a hungry caterpillar over and over with this reusable puzzle. via Happily Ever Mom
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Leave a comment: Which of these hungry caterpillar activities was your child’s favorite?
