The Story of Spider-Man
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2001 · Est. 49 min read

The Story of Spider-Man

By Michael Teitelbaum

Part of the Dorling Kindersley Readers series

A spider bite transforms a student's life, unveiling new powers and enemies.

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48 pages· 5,783 words· Est. 49 min read
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Peter Parker's ordinary life takes a dramatic turn when a radioactive spider bite grants him extraordinary powers. As Spider-Man, he must navigate the complexities of his new identity, protect his loved ones, and face formidable foes. Can he balance his dual life and rise to the challenges that come with great power?

From the publisher

When student Peter Parker is bitten by a radioactive spider, his life is changed – forever! Stunning photographs combine with lively illustrations and engaging, age-appropriate stories in Dorling Kindersley Readers, a multilevel reading program guaranteed to capture children’s interest while developing their reading skills and general knowledge. With Dorling Kindersley Readers, children will learn to read – then read to learn!

At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
48
Words
5,783
Reading age
8–12
Audience
Middle Grade
Lexile
860L
Themes & topics
Books about responsibilityBooks about high school lifeBooks about coming of ageBooks about crime and justiceBooks about family
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
5.8
F&P level
~T
Scholastic level
Q
AR points
1
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
54823
Publication
Published
September 19, 2001
First published
January 1, 2001
Publisher
DK CHILDREN
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780789479211

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