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product_id: 765645
title: "World of Eric Carle, The Very Hungry Caterpillar Jack in the Box"
brand: "kids preferred"
price: "AED 186"
currency: AED
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
category: "Kids Preferred"
url: https://www.desertcart.ae/products/765645-world-of-eric-carle-the-very-hungry-caterpillar-jack-in
store_origin: AE
region: United Arab Emirates
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# Vibrant Eric Carle artwork & colors Classic 'Pop Goes the Weasel' tune Manual hand crank for interactive play World of Eric Carle, The Very Hungry Caterpillar Jack in the Box

**Brand:** kids preferred
**Price:** AED 186
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎉 Pop into nostalgia with every turn – where classic charm meets modern joy!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** World of Eric Carle, The Very Hungry Caterpillar Jack in the Box by kids preferred
- **How much does it cost?** AED 186 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ae](https://www.desertcart.ae/products/765645-world-of-eric-carle-the-very-hungry-caterpillar-jack-in)

## Best For

- kids preferred enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted kids preferred brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Iconic Eric Carle Design:** Featuring bold, colorful illustrations from the beloved 'The Very Hungry Caterpillar' book.
- • **Timeless Interactive Fun:** Engage your little one with a classic jack-in-the-box that’s been delighting families for decades.
- • **Durable & Safe Construction:** Sturdy metal box with a plush pop-up caterpillar built to withstand toddler enthusiasm.
- • **Early Learning Made Playful:** Introduce peekaboo, cause & effect, and object permanence through joyful, non-scary surprises.
- • **Perfect Gift for Milestones:** Ideal for baby showers, first birthdays, and creating lasting childhood memories.

## Overview

The World of Eric Carle 'The Very Hungry Caterpillar' Jack in the Box is a vibrant, manual musical toy designed for infants 6 months and up. Featuring the iconic caterpillar character and classic 'Pop Goes the Weasel' tune, this durable metal and plush toy encourages early learning concepts like peekaboo and cause & effect. Perfectly sized for little hands, it’s a timeless gift that blends nostalgic fun with educational play.

## Description

Product Description Jack in the Box is a classic, retro, nostalgic, toy that entertains babies everywhere. Early interactive play with familiar music and a pop to surprise baby will bring a smile to infants and parents. Designed to be be delightfully surprising and not scary to little ones, this toybox staple makes a wonderful addition to any child's playroom. From the Manufacturer Kids Preferred The World of Eric Carle The Very Hungry Caterpillar Jack in the Box: inspired by Eric Carle's The Very Hungry Caterpillar. Kids preferred brings this well-known character to life in this jack in the box toy. Features an easy to hold hand crank, eric carle is one of the most celebrated children's authors/illustrator of all time, with over 90 million copies of his books old wide world, with a book sold every 30 seconds. Eric carle's memorable stories and colorful characters have inspired our line of products, sure to become children's favorites, similar to his books. Be it a birthday gift, shower gift or anytime gift; make it a gift from the heart with the world of eric carle. For the first time ever, many of eric carle's beloved book characters will leap from the pages into the arms of children, parents, grandparents, and teachers. Each huggable creature brings eric carle's vision of books to play with, toys to read to life for children of all ages. This cuddly plush features exclusive eric carle prints and a branding label. Featuring eric carle prints on box and a bright adorable very hungry caterpillar that pops out.

Review: Hungry caterpillar in a box - Great toy, my grandson loves it and the colors are vibrant & beautiful. He loves the music on it too. Arrived quickly
Review: so fun! - my 4 year old with autism is obsessed with eric carle. this has been hours of fun! my only compaint is i wish it was a little easier to put it back into the box. you definitely need 2 hands ( which might be hard for younger kids/ones with disabilities. adults can probably do it fine ). good value!

## Features

- JACK-IN-THE-BOX: Here is a classic, retro toy that has amused babies for decades. An interactive toy for infants with familiar music and a pop up friend will bring a smile to baby and parents.
- EARLY LEARNING: Baby has her first experience with peekaboo, cause & effect, and object permanence with this nostalgic toy. Our Jack in the Box is surprising, not scary, & plays "Pop Goes the Weasel".
- BABYS FIRST TOY: A baby essential, this favorite toy is ideal for baby showers, 1st birthdays, and is popular for boys & girls ages 6 months to toddler.
- LASTING FUN: Classic jack in the box musical toy is made of durable, sturdy metal and plush puppet pop up. Featuring bold, colorful artwork of Eric Carle and the The Very Hungry Caterpillar.
- DETAILS: This classic toy features the classic children's book character, The Very Hungry Caterpillar, and is sure to become a permanent part of any child's collection. 6.5 x 5.25 x 5.5 " approx. Troubleshooting tip: the handle can be turned in counterclockwise motion to enable it to close.
- Based on the bestseller by Eric Carle "The Very Hungry Caterpillar"
- Features illustrations from Eric Carl's book The Very Hungry Caterpillar
- Pops up as you play, pop goes the weasel
- 5.5" colorful jack in the box
- Features bright, interactive colors and images, with adorable pop up caterpillar

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B003KN277S |
| Additional Features | Pop Goes the Weasel musical functionality, Features illustrations from Eric Carle's book The Very Hungry Caterpillar |
| Age Range Description | kid |
| Animal Theme | Caterpillar |
| Are Batteries Required | No |
| Best Sellers Rank | #28,420 in Toys & Games ( See Top 100 in Toys & Games ) #308 in Baby Musical Toys |
| Brand Name | KIDS PREFERRED |
| Collection Name | Eric Carle Toys |
| Color | Jack in the Box |
| Customer Package Type | Standard Packaging |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (1,810) |
| Edition | TOY |
| Educational Objective | Early Learning: Counting, Days of the Week, Cause and Effect, Storytelling |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00081787967090 |
| Included Components | toy |
| Inner Material | spring |
| Is Assembly Required | No |
| Is Autographed | No |
| Item Dimensions | 5.5 x 5.5 x 5.5 inches |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 5.25"L x 5.25"W x 5.5"H |
| Item Type Name | Jack in the Box |
| Item Weight | 16 ounces |
| Manufacturer | Kids Preferred |
| Manufacturer Maximum Age (MONTHS) | 36.0 |
| Manufacturer Minimum Age (MONTHS) | 6.0 |
| Manufacturer Part Number | HC96709 |
| Material Type | Metal |
| Model Name | toy |
| Model Number | 96709 |
| Number of Pieces | 1 |
| Number of Players | 1 |
| Occasion | Children's Day |
| Operation Mode | manual |
| Outer Material | Cardboard |
| Play Activity Location | Tabletop |
| Power Source | manual |
| Scale | regular |
| Set Name | The World of Eric Carle |
| Size | 5.5x5.25x5.25 Inch (Pack of 1) |
| Style | Modern |
| Supported Battery Types | No batteries required |
| Theme | Animal |
| Toy Figure Type | Interactive Gaming Figure |
| UPC | 081787967090 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
| character | hungery caterpillar |

## Images

![World of Eric Carle, The Very Hungry Caterpillar Jack in the Box - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81EEt44DUpL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Edition** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Why was this discontinued? I worry about this brand vs. Schylling**
A: In our opinion as a retailer, Kids Preferred makes high quality items. We have never had a complaint about any Jack in the Box this company makes or any other item.

**Q: Does it pop at random intervals?**
A: No, it is a classic jack in the box. It pops up at the end of the song. Fun because your toddler can anticipate the pop based on the end of the song

**Q: Is it suitable to play with an infant?**
A: Always. As long as playing is age, timing and place appropriate.

**Q: Types shown look different.  One has dark green and light green body and one has two different shades of light green for the body.  Are they the same?**
A: Thank you for your enquiry.  Yes they are the same, it may be that the lighting makes the pictures look a little different but they are all light & dark green.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Hungry caterpillar in a box
*by Y***R on May 7, 2024*

Great toy, my grandson loves it and the colors are vibrant & beautiful. He loves the music on it too. Arrived quickly

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ so fun!
*by F***H on January 10, 2026*

my 4 year old with autism is obsessed with eric carle. this has been hours of fun! my only compaint is i wish it was a little easier to put it back into the box. you definitely need 2 hands ( which might be hard for younger kids/ones with disabilities. adults can probably do it fine ). good value!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Cute - not scary :)
*by D***A on December 23, 2011*

My title is "Cute - not scary" because I know some children are startled easily by Jack-in-the-box type toys. This is mostly because of the loud noise they make when they POP up out of the box. My husband STILL winces when turning the crank on a jack-in-the-box due to past trauma (lol). I was rather pleasantly surprised when we received ours to find that the noise made when the caterpillar pops up isn't loud at all. It's the quietest jack-in-the-box toy I've ever seen really. So it's good for small kids. I don't think it would frighten them like other loud ones might. It plays the traditional song all of these play. Of course it is extremely cute too. It matches our baby's nursery theme which is why I purchased it. Just a word of advice - watch the price on this one. I noticed it tends to fluctuate between $15 all the way up to $24.99.

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*Product available on Desertcart United Arab Emirates*
*Store origin: AE*
*Last updated: 2026-04-27*