About This Book
Reach for this book when your child encounters a spider in the garden and reacts with either intense trepidation or explosive curiosity. This accessible nonfiction guide is designed to bridge the gap between fear and fascination by providing clear, scientific explanations of how these eight legged creatures live and work. By focusing on the mechanics of web building and hunting, the book transforms a potentially scary insect into a marvel of natural engineering. Appropriate for children ages 4 to 7, the text uses simple sentences and high quality photography to demystify spiders. Parents will appreciate how the book encourages observational skills and a respect for nature. It is an excellent tool for building vocabulary and introducing biological concepts while helping a child feel more empowered and less afraid of the tiny neighbors living in their own backyard.
