Book Series · 2 Books

Nature Upclose Books

In order from A House Spider's Life to An Earthworm's Life.

The Nature Upclose series is a set of 2 picture books by John Himmelman, published between 1999 and 2000. Written for ages 5–7, most books run about 30 pages.

A House Spider's Life
An Earthworm's Life
A House Spider's Life
An Earthworm's Life
A House Spider's Life
An Earthworm's Life
A House Spider's Life
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

A House Spider's Life
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Book #1 · Picture Book · Ages 5–7 · 1999

A House Spider's Life

By John Himmelman

Discover the secret life of an indoor spider.

32 pages· 233 words· Est. 2 min read-aloud
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Summary: Step into the hidden world of an indoor spider, where every corner holds a new adventure. Through vibrant watercolors, explore its daily movements and activities, revealing the wonders of its unique perspective. What secrets does this tiny creature uncover in its indoor realm?
The complete set

Nature Upclose Series

2 books · Published 1999–2000

Series
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$674

A House Spider's Life

Picture Book · Ages 5–7 · 1999

Discover the secret life of an indoor spider.

An Earthworm's Life

Picture Book · Ages 5–7 · 2000

Uncover the vital role of earthworms in soil health.

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Nature Upclose series?

There are 2 books in the Nature Upclose series. It began with A House Spider's Life in 1999, and the newest book, An Earthworm's Life, was published in 2000.

What ages are the Nature Upclose books best for?

The series is best for ages 5–7, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

Which Nature Upclose book is the longest?

An Earthworm's Life is the longest book in the series at 279 words (32 pages).

Which Nature Upclose book is the shortest?

A House Spider's Life is the shortest at 233 words (32 pages).

The people

The Creative Behind the Books

The authors and illustrators who bring Nature Upclose to life.

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John Himmelman

Author & Illustrator

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