The Spider and the Fly
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Picture Book · Ages 6–9 · 2002 · Est. 4 min read-aloud

The Spider and the Fly

Written by Mary Howitt and Tony DiTerlizzi

A cunning spider lures a naive fly with sweet words. Will the fly escape its fate?

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40 pages· 492 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud· ~750L
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Bookroo's summary

In a world where sweet words mask sinister intentions, a cunning spider invites an unsuspecting fly into its web. Inspired by classic horror films, this tale warns of the dangers of vanity and deception. As the fly flutters closer, will it recognize the trap, or fall victim to the spider's charm? Discover the chilling conclusion to this timeless poem, where innocence meets cunning in a dance of life and death.

From the publisher

“‘Will you walk into my parlor,’ said the Spider to the Fly…” is easily one of the most recognized and quoted first lines in all of English verse. But do you have any idea how the age-old tale of the Spider and the Fly ends? Join celebrated artist Tony DiTerlizzi as he – drawing inspiration from one of his loves, the classic Hollywood horror movies of the 1920s and 1930s – shines a cinematic spotlight on Mary Howitt’s warning, written to her own children about those who use sweet words to hide their not-so-sweet intentions.

Awards

Caldecott Honor (2003)
At a glance
Format
Pages
40
Words
492
Reading age
6–9
Audience
Picture
Lexile
~750L
Themes & topics
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
4.8
F&P level
~R
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
64285
Publication
Published
October 1, 2002
Publisher
Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Text details
The text for this book is set in Caslon Antique
Illustration details
The illustrations that appear in this book were rendered using Lamp Black and Titanium White Holbein Acryla Gouache and Berol Prismacolor Pencil on Strathmore 5-Ply, Plate Bristol board and reproduced in silver and black duotone. The "ghosts" were created in graphite and then added as a transparent layer using Adobe Photoshop. Much thanks to designer Greg Stadnyk for putting it all together.
Identifiers
ISBN
9780689852893
LCCN
2013363516
OCLC
864667338

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