Description:
A dazzling glimpse into the remarkable work of spiders, this book brings an array of stunning spiderwebs to life.
A National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE) Orbis Pictus Award Recommended Book for Outstanding Nonfiction for Children.
Brief description: Namasri Niumim is an illustrator living in Thailand. Born and raised in Bangkok, she graduated with a degree in fine arts and communication design from the School of Architecture and Design at King Mongkut's University of Technology in Thonburi, Thailand. She is the illustrator of 59 Things You Should Know About Your Cat. Follow her on Instagram @namasriniumim.
Review Quotes: This intriguing title introduces 20 different spiders from around the world via the webs they weave, describing the spiders, their silk, and the ways they make and use 13 different styles of webs. Arachnid expert Beccaloni's topically organized presentation goes beyond the familiar world of orb-weavers to introduce a variety of web shapes and purposes. . . . Niumim's gouache illustrations show the intricacies of each of the webs and the beauty of their spider creators. The varying background details and colors provide a sense of the worlds they inhabit, be it a cave, a desert, a forest, or your own backyard. . . . For arachnid appreciators of any age.-- "Kirkus Reviews" (10/1/2025 12:00:00 AM)