Spiders
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Chapter Book · Ages 6–10 · 2003 · Est. 27 min read

Spiders

By Seymour Simon

Part of the Smithsonian-science series

Discover the secret world of spiders and their vital role in nature.

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32 pages· 2,404 words· Est. 27 min read
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Explore the intriguing world of spiders through captivating photos and engaging facts. This book reveals how these eight-legged creatures spin webs, capture prey, and contribute to the environment. Perfect for young readers, it demystifies spiders and shows why they are essential, not scary. Dive into a fascinating journey that combines science and wonder, making learning both fun and enlightening.

From the publisher

They’re creepy, they’re crawly, and they’re absolutely fascinating! Award-winning science writer Seymour Simon’s engaging narrative, combined with up-close, visually arresting photographs give the readers an insider’s look into the spiders’ world as they spin webs, capture prey, and mate. Find out how spiders are essential to the environment and why they don’t have to frighten you in this updated edition. This nonfiction picture book is an excellent choice to share during homeschooling, in particular for children ages 6 to 8. It’s a fun way to learn to read and as a supplement for activity books for children.Seymour Simon knows how to explain science to kids and make it fun. He was a teacher for more than twenty years, has written more than 250 books, and has won multiple awards.This book includes an author’s note, glossary, and index and supports the Common Core Learning Standards, Next Generation Science Standards, and the Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) standards.

At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
32
Words
2,404
Reading age
6–10
Audience
Picture
Lexile
~811L
Themes & topics
Books about bugs and insectsBooks about spidersBooks about science and natureBooks about biologyBooks about arachnids
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
5.2
F&P level
~S
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
MG
AR quiz
74176
Publication
Published
October 16, 2007
First published
January 1, 2003
Publisher
HarperCollins
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780060891039

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