The Very Hungry Caterpillar's Peekaboo Christmas

NATIONAL BESTSELLER • Ring in the holidays with The Very Hungry Caterpillar in this festive seek-and-find board book that’s shaped like a Christmas tree!

PEEKABOO and Merry Christmas!
May your days be filled with cheer!

Can you find The Very Hungry Caterpillar as he hides among ornaments, candy canes, gifts, and more? Put your searching skills to the test this holiday season with this seek-and-find board book! Featuring easy-to-turn flaps, Eric Carle’s signature illustrative style, and simple text in large, clear type, fans of the world’s hungriest caterpillar will love this sturdy, Christmas tree-shaped book that’s perfect for celebrating the holidays.

Standard and Primary covers are widely available through general retailers. They often have higher print runs and can be cheaper, especially during sales.

In contrast, Direct Market (DM) and variant covers are primarily sold in comic shops. DM editions tend to have more limited availability and may be more valuable to collectors.

The main differences lie in artwork style, availability, price, and collector appeal. Ultimately, the choice between standard and variant covers depends on personal preference, budget, and individual collecting goals.

Comic book enthusiasts have various formats to choose from when collecting their favorite stories.
Here's a brief overview of the main types:

Omnibus

• Large, hardcover collections
• Usually contain complete runs or extensive story arcs
• Typically 800-1000+ pages
• Higher price point, often €100-€150

Oversized Hardcover (OHC)

• Similar dimensions to omnibus, but thinner
• Collect shorter runs or story arcs
• Usually 300-600 pages
• Priced between €30-€50

Hardcover (HC)

• Standard-sized hardcover books
• Collect 6-12 issues typically
• Similar dimensions to single issues, but with a hard cover
• Priced around €25-€35

Trade Paperback (TP)

• Softcover collections
• Standard comic book size
• Usually collect 4-6 issues
• Most affordable option, typically €15-€25

Other Formats

• Absolute Editions: Oversized, deluxe hardcovers (mainly DC Comics)
• Compendiums: Massive paperback collections
• Graphic Novels (OGN/GN): Original stories not previously released as single issues

The choice between these formats often depends on personal preference, budget, and collecting goals. Omnibus and OHC editions offer larger artwork and more content but at a higher price, while TPs provide a more affordable way to collect complete story arcs