When a mysterious object falls from the sky, Spider claims it as his own, creating a spectacle for all insects to see. Charging a fee, he draws crowds, but as lines grow and the wonder fades from view, Spider risks losing his friends. What happens when the allure vanishes and the visitors stop coming? Discover the balance between wonder and greed in this enchanting tale of community and giving back.
From the creators of the critically acclaimed The Night Gardener and Ocean Meets Sky comes a whimsical and elegantly illustrated picture book about community, art, the importance of giving back–and the wonder that fell from the sky. It fell from the sky on a Thursday. None of the insects know where it came from, or what it is. Some say it’s an egg. Others, a gumdrop. But whatever it is, it fell near Spider’s house, so he’s convinced it belongs to him. Spider builds a wonderous display so that insects from far and wide can come look at the marvel. Spider has their best interests at heart. So what if he has to charge a small fee? So what if the lines are long? So what if no one can even see the wonder anymore? But what will Spider do after everyone stops showing up?
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