Washoe County Library System

Examines the physical characteristics, behavior, habitats, and different kinds of spiders.

A young spider discovers, day by day, that there is a lot to learn about being a spider, including how to spin webs and avoid vacuum cleaners.

Everyone teases Scaredy Smurf because he is afraid of heights, water, and just about everything else, but Scaredy Smurf is the only one in his village who is not afraid of his new friend--a spider.

Sophie the spider makes wondrous webs, but the residents of Beekman's Boarding House do not appreciate her until at last, old and tired, she weaves her final masterpiece.

Having reluctantly parted with their treasured Christmas ornaments, members of a German immigrant family awake on Christmas morning to find miraculous replacements spun by spiders.

Seven prehistoric spiders that had been trapped in ice for thousands of years bring excitement to rural Vermont and briefly unite two rival clubs at a local elementary school.

"Covered in earthworm slime and assisted only by her cat and her little brother, Roberta rescues tiny creatures. A lot of the time, that earns her funny looks from kids in school. But when a swarm of baby spiders finds its way into the classroom, Roberta will save the day with her knowledge and creativity, showing everybody that tiny creatures aren't so scary after all"--

"A picture book about a surreptitious spider who gathers the courage to help the neighbors she has watched over from afar--a promising painter, a proper little lady, a mindful young man, a brave girl and her exceptionally brave tortoise"--

As he gathers food for the winter, Anxious Ant disturbs the garden peace. But Little Spider has a better ideaSeed Magic! She shows Anxious Ant how to grow a giant spring feast, so he wont need to work so hard next year. Seen through the eyes of the creatures preparing for winter, this kindhearted tale of coping with the seasons, with its engaging language, will take you on a fascinating journey into the miniature natural world.