The Very Busy Spider
The Very Busy Spider by Eric Carle is a charming board book published by Penguin on August 16, 1995. This 32-page edition is designed for young readers, featuring a delightful story about a little spider who diligently spins her web despite the distractions from various farm animals. The book combines engaging illustrations with a rhythmic text, making it an enjoyable experience for children.
Readers will find that The Very Busy Spider offers a multi-sensory approach, allowing children to feel the pictures while they explore the narrative. The themes of perseverance and creativity are woven throughout the story, showcasing the spider’s beautiful and useful creation. This board book is not only suitable for young children but also caters to diverse needs, making it accessible for both visually handicapped and sighted readers.
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From bestselling author and illustrator Eric Carle, the creator of The Very Hungry Caterpillar, comes another classic tale about one very busy spider. A perfect gift to share with the child or grandchild in your life.
Early one morning a little spider spins her web on a fence post. One by one, the animals of the nearby farm try to distract her, yet the busy little spider keeps diligently at her work. When she is done, she is able to show everyone that not only is her creation quite beautiful, it is also quite useful!
This multi-sensory board book allows children to feel the pictures as well as see them, and is the perfect size for little hands. With its rhythmic text, The Very Busy Spider becomes an experience to touch, to see, and to hear.
“A beautifully executed work for the very young that satisfies the needs of both visually handicapped and sighted children without losing its artistic integrity.”
—The Horn Book, starred review
“Both sighted and blind children will follow the action with ease . . . Visually and verbally, this is a winner.”
—Booklist, starred review.
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