Author Eric Carle dies at 91

Eric Carle, the beloved author of the famous children’s book “The Very Hungry Caterpillar” passed away this week. He wrote and illustrated more than 70 books in his lifetime. His early life, however, was marked by traumatic events. The World’s Carol Hills spoke with Michelle Martin, Beverly Cleary Professor for Children and Youth Services at the University of Washington, about his life and work.

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