--- product_id: 1590224 title: "" brand: "kids preferred" price: "€ 54.75" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Kids Preferred" url: https://monaco.desertcart.com/products/1590224- store_origin: MC region: Monaco --- # 7-inch plush apple with clear panel 5 fruit pieces with crinkle, squeak & jingle sounds Soft, machine-washable plush material **Brand:** kids preferred **Price:** € 54.75 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🍏 Play, Learn, and Grow with a Classic Everyone’s Talking About! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** by kids preferred - **How much does it cost?** € 54.75 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [monaco.desertcart.com](https://monaco.desertcart.com/products/1590224-) ## 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 - • **Inclusive & Safe:** BPA-free, unisex design ideal from newborns to toddlers, supporting early developmental milestones. - • **Portable & Durable:** Lightweight 9.6 oz plush toy perfect for on-the-go fun and easy cleaning. - • **Iconic Storybook Charm:** Bring home the beloved Very Hungry Caterpillar for timeless, multi-generational play. - • **Multi-Sensory Engagement:** Crinkle, squeak, and jingle sounds stimulate auditory and tactile development. - • **Interactive Shape Sorting:** Bright red apple with clear front panel and Velcro top encourages hands-on learning. ## Overview Inspired by Eric Carle’s iconic The Very Hungry Caterpillar, this 7-inch plush apple play set features five fruit pieces that crinkle, squeak, and jingle, promoting sensory and motor skills in babies from birth. With a clear front panel and Velcro top for interactive shape sorting, it’s a durable, machine-washable developmental toy designed for safe, inclusive play that connects generations. ## Description Product Description Eric Carle is one of the most celebrated children's book authors and illustrators of all time, with over 103 million copies of his books sold worldwide. Inspired by the classic book, The Very Hungry Caterpillar, this The World of Eric Carle Apple Play Set and Shape Sorter Developmental Toy will keep little ones entertained and amazed as they play with the five different pieces of fruit that crinkle, squeak and jingle and one very hungry caterpillar that can peek through the side opening or crawl in through the Velcro top. With a clear front panel for easy view and a fluffy stuffed top, this bright red apple is ready for play! From the Manufacturer Inspired by Eric Carle's The Very Hungry Caterpillar. The Very Hungry Caterpillar Apple Playset: includes Velcro top closure, clear front panel, and an additional side opening for in-and-out play. The Very Hungry Caterpillar can peek out of the side, or climb in to eat his five fruits. Five fruit play pieces contain crinkle, squeak, and jingle sound for additional entertainment. Your child's imagination is sure to run wild with the Eric Carle Apple Playset. Eric Carle is the most celebrated children’s author / illustrator of all time, with a book sold every 30 seconds and 88 million books sold worldwide. 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. All Eric Carle toys include The World of Eric Carle sewn-on logo label and a hangtag featuring the original book cover art on the front. Review: Holds our 1 year kid’s attention! - The Very Hungry Caterpillar apple filled with all the delights of the story is adorable, soft, fun to take all the pieces out of, and very sturdy! Our one year old loves it. She is teething so she chews on the caterpillar, laughing as she does! It’s a big hit! Review: Hungry Caterpillar Playtime Fun! - This educational HC Toy is extremely well designed, fun, soft, vibrant in colour, varied in textures, safe, and of excellent quality. This toy is very light, portable, and parents on the go and interactive reading time. The toy allows for hand-eye coordination practice while encouraging children to learn colours, number counting, shapes, and fruit basics. This toy is a great add to any nursery toy collection, and bound to be a great success for little ones! ## Features - DEVELOPMENTAL TOY: Babies will delight as they explore textures, colors and different sounds of five different pieces of fruit that crinkle, squeak and jingle in this adorable plush apple play set. - SHAPES OF FUN: Caterpillar and 5 pieces of fruit arrive in a bright red apple with a clear front panel for easy view & a fluffy stuffed top. This development toy is ideal for ages 0 months and up. - BABYS FIRST TOY: A baby essential, this portable toy is ideal for baby showers, 1st birthdays, and is popular for boys & girls ages 0 months to toddler. and BPA Free. - BELOVED STORYBOOK CHARACTER: The World of Eric Carle promotes playful learning. Carry on the tradition with toys from the brand that has been beloved by adored worldwide for three generations. - MODERN CLASSIC TOY: The Very Hungry Caterpillar is instantly recognizable bringing sweet memories from your own childhood as it brings joy to your child. Measures 7" approx. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B002M09F8Y | | Age Range Description | Baby | | Best Sellers Rank | #57,385 in Toys & Games ( See Top 100 in Toys & Games ) #671 in Sorting & Stacking Toys | | Brand | KIDS PREFERRED | | Care Instructions | Machine Wash | | Color | Clear | | Customer Reviews | 4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars (1,159) | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00081787556164 | | Item Dimensions | 7 x 7 x 10 inches | | Item Part Number | hc55616 | | Item Weight | 272 Grams | | Manufacturer | Kids Preferred | | Manufacturer Warranty Description | Yes | | Material Type | Plush | | Model Number | 55616 | | Part Number | 55616 | | Theme | Fruit | | UPC | 885433488317 885598174131 885295723311 885441395034 885185844058 081787556164 033170925354 781264139971 885255927360 094904956921 | | Unit Count | 1.0 Count | ## Product Details - **Age Range (Description):** Baby - **Brand:** KIDS PREFERRED - **Color:** Clear - **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 7 x 7 x 10 inches - **Material:** Plush ## Images ![ - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91jWjLEJ+oL.jpg) ![ - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61PtQ2UQGBS.jpg) ![ - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/714WwzJswBL.jpg) ![ - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61gEBNgtwTS.jpg) ![ - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81IpDXdxOAL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Holds our 1 year kid’s attention! *by B***R on June 4, 2022* The Very Hungry Caterpillar apple filled with all the delights of the story is adorable, soft, fun to take all the pieces out of, and very sturdy! Our one year old loves it. She is teething so she chews on the caterpillar, laughing as she does! It’s a big hit! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Hungry Caterpillar Playtime Fun! *by S***N on September 18, 2013* This educational HC Toy is extremely well designed, fun, soft, vibrant in colour, varied in textures, safe, and of excellent quality. This toy is very light, portable, and parents on the go and interactive reading time. The toy allows for hand-eye coordination practice while encouraging children to learn colours, number counting, shapes, and fruit basics. This toy is a great add to any nursery toy collection, and bound to be a great success for little ones! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Adorable toy! *by B***Y on November 2, 2024* Very good quality plush toy. My granddaughter plays with it a lot! I would definitely recommend it! ## Frequently Bought Together - World of Eric Carle, The Very Hungry Caterpillar Apple Play Set and Shape Sorter Developmental Toy - The Very Hungry Caterpillar - World of Eric Carle The Very Hungry Caterpillar Activity Toy --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://monaco.desertcart.com/products/1590224-](https://monaco.desertcart.com/products/1590224-) --- *Product available on Desertcart Monaco* *Store origin: MC* *Last updated: 2026-05-06*