In his trademark collages, Carle welcomes back a classic character whose grumpy mood is evident in her downturned mouth. Other animal friends act out their positive responses to the offer of “hugs and ...

Using the amazing story of the ‘Grouchy Ladybug’ by Eric Carle to discuss our emotions and that it is o.k. to be grouchy too sometimes. The children will then make a class book of things that make ...

“Christmas means joy for all”—almost. Carl’s enduring Grumpy Ladybug doesn’t have holiday spirit, even as the season’s sights, sounds, and traditions move into full swing: “Bells ring/ and everyone ...

From Eric Carle, the New York Times bestselling author of The Very Hungry Caterpillar and The Grouchy Ladybug, comes a reassuring tale of a mother’s love for her child. Does a Kangaroo Have a Mother, ...