"The spider is telling about his life. He goes to school. He loses his skin. The grandpa goes on a trip. He plays with his friend." They like the spider and the fly the best because the fly was funny. The kids seemed to learn a lot, and were able to remember details afterward. Kids were able to spot facts from fiction. "My favorite part as when he (the spider) was smiling and floating on the leaf at the end." "I really liked the whole thing!"
Provides likable characters an a funny look into the life of a spider. Increases children's appreciation for spiders and other living creatures. Teaches the life-cycle of a spider by using the model of a spider writing in his diary. It is an original way to teach the topic and was entertaining. Kids remember information better when they can relate it to their own lives. Demonstrates positive family and friend relationships. Promotes writing skills and journaling.
This is the diary of a spider who is a lot like you! He goes to school, but he also spins sticky webs and takes wind-catching lessons. This portrait, an upside-down web world, will have kids wishing they could be spiders too. Includes 4 other titles.
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