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The Tiny Seed Hardcover – August 20, 1991

by Eric Carle (Author, Illustrator)
4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 2,856 ratings
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Dazzlingly colorful collage illustrations and a simple but dramatic text tell the fascinating story of the life cycle of a flower in terms of the adventures of a tiny seed.

Carried aloft by the autumn wind, the tiny seed, along with other bigger seeds, travels far over the world. the journey is perilous: one of the bigger seeds is burned by the sun; another falls into the ocean; still another is eaten by a bird. Even after those that are left have landed on fertile ground and begun to grow, danger is near: one small plant is stepped on; one little flower is picked; but the tiny seed keeps growing almost unnoticed. Young readers will cheer at the happy outcome of this exciting tale. And they will long remember the heartening message of the tiny seed's steadfast perserverance in the face of many hazards and obstacles until its final joyful success.

The book measures: 3.9 x 0.3 x 5.5 inches


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  1. Reading age
    2 - 6 years, from customers
  2. Part of series
    The World of Eric Carle
  3. Print length
    40 pages
  4. Language
    English
  5. Grade level
    Preschool - 3
  6. Lexile measure
    500L
  7. Dimensions
    3.88 x 0.4 x 5.5 inches
  8. Publisher
    Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers
  9. Publication date
    August 20, 1991
  10. ISBN-10
    088708155X
  11. ISBN-13
    978-0887081552
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About the Author

Eric Carle (1929–2021) was acclaimed and beloved as the creator of brilliantly illustrated and innovatively designed picture books for very young children, including Papa, Please Get the Moon for Me; Have You Seen My Cat?; and TheTiny Seed. His best-known work, The Very Hungry Caterpillar, has been translated into seventy languages and sold over fifty-five million copies. Carle illustrated more than seventy books, many bestsellers, most of which he also wrote, and more than 170 million copies of his books have sold around the world. In 2003, Carle received the Children’s Literature Legacy Award for lifetime achievement in children's literature. In 2002, Eric and his wife, Barbara, cofounded The Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art (CarleMuseum.org) in Amherst, Massachusetts, a 40,000-square-foot space dedicated to the celebration of picture books and picture book illustrations from around the world, underscoring the cultural, historical, and artistic significance of picture books and their art form. Eric Carle passed away in May 2021 at the age of ninety-one. His work remains an important influence on artists and illustrators at work today. Find out more at Eric-Carle.com.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers; MIN edition (August 20, 1991)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 40 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 088708155X
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0887081552
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 2 - 6 years, from customers
  • Lexile measure ‏ : ‎ 500L
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ Preschool - 3
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 3.2 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 3.88 x 0.4 x 5.5 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 2,856 ratings

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Eric Carle is acclaimed and beloved as the creator of brilliantly illustrated and innovatively designed picture books for very young children. His best-known work, The Very Hungry Caterpillar, has eaten its way into the hearts of literally millions of children all over the world and has been translated into more than 62 languages and sold over 41 million copies. Since the Caterpillar was published in 1969, Eric Carle has illustrated more than 70 books, many best sellers, most of which he also wrote.

Carle says: "With many of my books I attempt to bridge the gap between the home and school. To me home represents, or should represent; warmth, security, toys, holding hands, being held. School is a strange and new place for a child. Will it be a happy place? There are new people, a teacher, classmates - will they be friendly? I believe the passage from home to school is the second biggest trauma of childhood; the first is, of course, being born. Indeed, in both cases we leave a place of warmth and protection for one that is unknown. The unknown often brings fear with it. In my books I try to counteract this fear, to replace it with a positive message. I believe that children are naturally creative and eager to learn. I want to show them that learning is really both fascinating and fun."

Eric Carle has two grown-up children, a son and a daughter. He divides his time between the Florida Keys and the hills of North Carolina.

For more information about Eric Carle and his books please visit:

The Official Eric Carle web site: http://www.eric-carle.com

Eric Carle's Blog: http://www.ericcarleblog.blogspot.com

The Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art: http://www.carlemuseum.org

The World of Eric Carle Amazon UK page: https://www.amazon.co.uk/l/1658013031

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4.7 out of 5 stars
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Correct story just small.
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Correct story just small.
This is exactly what it says it will be, I just did not read the description carefully. It is a very small book. I got it to read aloud to my Prek class and it is way to small for that. I have attached a picture with the size in comparison to my glasses. It would be great for your personal kids. It even has little seeds for you to be able to plant as well.
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Kristen G.
5.0 out of 5 stars My son LOVES this book
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It's a great book that teaches both about seeds and the growth cycle and also about being last and growing slower than some. My 3.5 year old has asked us to read this over and over again!
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heather pearson
5.0 out of 5 stars Correct story just small.
Reviewed in the United States on April 1, 2024
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This is exactly what it says it will be, I just did not read the description carefully. It is a very small book. I got it to read aloud to my Prek class and it is way to small for that. I have attached a picture with the size in comparison to my glasses. It would be great for your personal kids. It even has little seeds for you to be able to plant as well.
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heather pearson
5.0 out of 5 stars Correct story just small.
Reviewed in the United States on April 1, 2024
This is exactly what it says it will be, I just did not read the description carefully. It is a very small book. I got it to read aloud to my Prek class and it is way to small for that. I have attached a picture with the size in comparison to my glasses. It would be great for your personal kids. It even has little seeds for you to be able to plant as well.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Cute story
Reviewed in the United States on March 24, 2024
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Super cute book!
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Jenn Austin
5.0 out of 5 stars Smaller book than expected
Reviewed in the United States on May 2, 2023
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Love the book and quality and everything- however it was a lot smaller than expected! About the size of a baby board book, maybe 5 or 6 inches long and wide. Good thing I had a projector to use in my classroom or not all of my students would have been able to see the pictures!
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Laurel
4.0 out of 5 stars Great story a little small
Reviewed in the United States on June 21, 2023
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This is a favorite in our house. The book is a little small but it makes it more portable for little fans. I also love that it came with seeds.
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Double H
5.0 out of 5 stars Great for learning about plants
Reviewed in the United States on June 28, 2023
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Great book to use while learning about plants. Definitely recommend.
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cmkiki
5.0 out of 5 stars Nice story , but book is tiny
Reviewed in the United States on June 5, 2022
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I did not pay attention to the size of this book. It is very small. I do however, really like this story. Had to return.
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Melissa Grant
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent quality!
Reviewed in the United States on August 22, 2023
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Excellent quality
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Realmente muy buena calidad a mi hijo le encantó
5.0 out of 5 stars Gran libro
Reviewed in Mexico on February 29, 2024
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llego en excelentes condiciones
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Fabio
5.0 out of 5 stars Material de qualidade - entrega no prazo.
Reviewed in Brazil on June 20, 2022
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Material de qualidade - entrega no prazo.
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harwood
5.0 out of 5 stars Great
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 16, 2024
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Used within eyfs setting & the children loved it.
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Regina Basty Kjellberg
5.0 out of 5 stars Très migonne histoire.
Reviewed in France on October 19, 2021
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Ma petite adorée, 6 ans et elle lire toute seule souvent !
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prathibha
5.0 out of 5 stars Awsome
Reviewed in India on October 27, 2019
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Recommend it to all kids above 3 ......
Mins will love to read it to kids. While explaining the seeds journy in a fantastic way, it also allows to imagin various seasons and effects of the seasons on nature. Blended many thing in a beautiful way. A must read .
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