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The Itsy Bitsy Spider
The spirited itsy bitsy spider has captured the hearts of generations of children in the much-loved nursery rhyme. Now she's back--on a new magical journey!
Over 2.5 million copies sold!
This all-new adventure for the itsy bitsy spider has exciting encounters with a fan, a mouse, a rocking chair, a cat, and a big maple tree. Finally, the itsy bitsy spider finds a lovely spot to spin a new silky web. Iza Trapani's vibrant watercolor illustrations paired with a playful rhythm makes this new take on an old favorite feel like an instant classic. A perfect read-aloud; children will enjoy time and again the delightful antics of the energetic itsy bitsy spider.
Over 2.5 million copies sold!
This all-new adventure for the itsy bitsy spider has exciting encounters with a fan, a mouse, a rocking chair, a cat, and a big maple tree. Finally, the itsy bitsy spider finds a lovely spot to spin a new silky web. Iza Trapani's vibrant watercolor illustrations paired with a playful rhythm makes this new take on an old favorite feel like an instant classic. A perfect read-aloud; children will enjoy time and again the delightful antics of the energetic itsy bitsy spider.
26 pages, Board Book
First published January 1, 1993
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July 11, 2020
don’t ever judge a hook but its title or cover an itsy bitsy spider maybe itsy and bitsy but it’s determination and drive of will to get to the top of the spout will make it worth the journey. 10/10 makes me emotional when he reaches his goal. #scarcespider
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August 28, 2025
Read over and over with my two’s group. Fantastic illustration that are rich, providing lots of things to point to and notice. I also appreciate the expansion of the song/nursery rhyme.
September 28, 2015
A wonderful read from my childhood, one I’d certainly suggest for other youngsters. Whilst it is not my all-time favourite childhood read I can still recall all the details of this one meaning it certainly left a lasting impression upon my young mind.
And isn’t that what we want with children’s books, for them to leave a positive lasting impression?
And isn’t that what we want with children’s books, for them to leave a positive lasting impression?
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October 7, 2022My 3 year old’s new favorite! A really fun version of this classic nursery rhyme.
March 7, 2018
I love this book. It always works well at story time - both kids and caregivers like it. All the verses are easy to sing and it fits well with the original first verse.
February 7, 2017
Awards: This book has not received any awards
Appropriate grade level: Pre-k through 2nd
Summary:
This nursery rhyme is about a spider who continues throughout the book to climb up different objects, but faces different obstacles as it tries. The spider does not let obstacles get in its way and continues to try climbing again and again. At the end of the book, the spider is able to climb up a tree and spin its silky web with ease.
My Review:
This book is a wonderful age-appropriate example of a nursery rhyme, full of colorful, detailed and engaging pictures that effectively show the spider and its obstacles when climbing throughout the book. It contains an eventful story with an appropriate amount of words on each page and will leave the reader wondering what may happen next to the spider. The words in the rhyme can easily be taught and sung with a class during a read aloud and this book actually contains the lyrics and notes to the song in the back of the book.
Possible uses in class:
1. This nursery rhyme will be an effective book for read aloud, allowing children to be engaged when singing and creating the gesture of the spider climbing with their hands. Also, it allows children to be exposed to rhyming and recognizing words that rhyme. This nursery rhyme allows teachers to ask open-ended questions about what may happen next to the spider throughout the book.
2. Another use of this book in class may be an interactive activity in which students create their own rhyme (appropriate for grade 1 or 2).For younger grades, the teacher may create a rhyme with the class about a certain topic they discussed together, like a classroom rule or behavior. Also, the teacher could provide a sheet of words that rhyme and have students play “connect the words” to recognize words that rhyme.
3. For 2nd grade students, they can create their own version of an alternative ending. The can draw a picture of the scene and write 1-3 sentences of a different ending to the rhyme. They are encouraged to use words that rhyme which will help put the lesson of rhyming and recognizing words that rhyme into action.
Appropriate grade level: Pre-k through 2nd
Summary:
This nursery rhyme is about a spider who continues throughout the book to climb up different objects, but faces different obstacles as it tries. The spider does not let obstacles get in its way and continues to try climbing again and again. At the end of the book, the spider is able to climb up a tree and spin its silky web with ease.
My Review:
This book is a wonderful age-appropriate example of a nursery rhyme, full of colorful, detailed and engaging pictures that effectively show the spider and its obstacles when climbing throughout the book. It contains an eventful story with an appropriate amount of words on each page and will leave the reader wondering what may happen next to the spider. The words in the rhyme can easily be taught and sung with a class during a read aloud and this book actually contains the lyrics and notes to the song in the back of the book.
Possible uses in class:
1. This nursery rhyme will be an effective book for read aloud, allowing children to be engaged when singing and creating the gesture of the spider climbing with their hands. Also, it allows children to be exposed to rhyming and recognizing words that rhyme. This nursery rhyme allows teachers to ask open-ended questions about what may happen next to the spider throughout the book.
2. Another use of this book in class may be an interactive activity in which students create their own rhyme (appropriate for grade 1 or 2).For younger grades, the teacher may create a rhyme with the class about a certain topic they discussed together, like a classroom rule or behavior. Also, the teacher could provide a sheet of words that rhyme and have students play “connect the words” to recognize words that rhyme.
3. For 2nd grade students, they can create their own version of an alternative ending. The can draw a picture of the scene and write 1-3 sentences of a different ending to the rhyme. They are encouraged to use words that rhyme which will help put the lesson of rhyming and recognizing words that rhyme into action.
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July 13, 2013For young children I really like using picture books along with nursery rhymes. Sometimes it's because I can't remember all the words to the different songs but it also gives the young students something to look at and touch as I read/sing them out loud.
June 24, 2013
I thought my daughter would enjoy this book more than she did. For some reason, even though this is a classic sing-along, act-along song, this was not one of her favorites. It usually ended up on the bottom of a pile, with some other book selected by her for reading.
July 29, 2016
Featured at a recent bug themed story time. The kids all enjoyed it, but if it had been my house the itsy bitsy spider crawling up my walls would have been squished.
October 20, 2017
1. This book has not received any awards.
2. This book is appropriate for PreK-1st grade.
3. The well-known song the"The Itsy Bitsy Spider" was reinvented within this book. We all know the tune and words to "The Itsy Bitsy Spider" but Trapani adds additional adventures for the little spider. The Itsy Bitsy Spider does much more than climb up the water spout. In this book rendition of the song, the friendly spider goes head to head with a fan, a mouse, a rocking chair, and so much more before safely returning to the outside to build a new home.
4. This is by far one of my favorite books to read with children. Children enjoy singing along with the part they were familiar with, but are intrigued by the spider's new adventures. The children continue to participate actively because it is something familiar but with a slight twist in the storyline.
5. Two in-class uses for this book:
-This song could get the children involved with music within the classroom; also adding movement by following the song's typical hand gestures.
-For children that are more advanced with writing, the children can continue the book with their own adventures (kind of like our class books). If writing is not developmentally appropriate for them, the children can illustrate pictures of the spiders new adventures.
2. This book is appropriate for PreK-1st grade.
3. The well-known song the"The Itsy Bitsy Spider" was reinvented within this book. We all know the tune and words to "The Itsy Bitsy Spider" but Trapani adds additional adventures for the little spider. The Itsy Bitsy Spider does much more than climb up the water spout. In this book rendition of the song, the friendly spider goes head to head with a fan, a mouse, a rocking chair, and so much more before safely returning to the outside to build a new home.
4. This is by far one of my favorite books to read with children. Children enjoy singing along with the part they were familiar with, but are intrigued by the spider's new adventures. The children continue to participate actively because it is something familiar but with a slight twist in the storyline.
5. Two in-class uses for this book:
-This song could get the children involved with music within the classroom; also adding movement by following the song's typical hand gestures.
-For children that are more advanced with writing, the children can continue the book with their own adventures (kind of like our class books). If writing is not developmentally appropriate for them, the children can illustrate pictures of the spiders new adventures.
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November 20, 20201. Award(s) Received: 1993 American Bookseller Pick of the Lists, 1994 Featured on PBS Storytime, 1995 Utah Children’s Book Award
2. Appropriate Grade Level(s): Pre-K-1
3. Summary: This book illustrates the classic song of the “Itsy Bitsy Spider”, with newer verses added. The spider climbs a water spout, a maple tree, a rocking chair, a kitchen wall, and other settings. She eventually rests in a sunny web.
4. Review: This re-telling of a classic story puts a new spin on the Itsy Bitsy Spider by adding more verses, and an ending. The spider is a positive role model for children, because she overcomes different obstacles (such as rain, a cat, a mouse, a fan, and tree’s dew) before reaching her goal of creating a web.
5. In-Class Uses: Classrooms will have fun with the hand movements associated with this story and song. Students will not only further the development of their language skills by singing a song with rhyme and rhythm, but also strengthen their fine motor skills through the small hand movements in the storytelling. This song could be incorporated into a living environment, or nature unit. Children could learn about the abilities and characteristics of a spider as well. Teachers could also focus on the musical aspect of it, and ask children to find the words in each verse that rhyme.
2. Appropriate Grade Level(s): Pre-K-1
3. Summary: This book illustrates the classic song of the “Itsy Bitsy Spider”, with newer verses added. The spider climbs a water spout, a maple tree, a rocking chair, a kitchen wall, and other settings. She eventually rests in a sunny web.
4. Review: This re-telling of a classic story puts a new spin on the Itsy Bitsy Spider by adding more verses, and an ending. The spider is a positive role model for children, because she overcomes different obstacles (such as rain, a cat, a mouse, a fan, and tree’s dew) before reaching her goal of creating a web.
5. In-Class Uses: Classrooms will have fun with the hand movements associated with this story and song. Students will not only further the development of their language skills by singing a song with rhyme and rhythm, but also strengthen their fine motor skills through the small hand movements in the storytelling. This song could be incorporated into a living environment, or nature unit. Children could learn about the abilities and characteristics of a spider as well. Teachers could also focus on the musical aspect of it, and ask children to find the words in each verse that rhyme.
October 27, 2016
1. This book has not received any awards.
2. This book is appropriate for PreK-1st grade.
3. Trapani has reinvented the well-known song "The Itsy Bitsy Spider" in this book. We all know the tune and words to "The Itsy Bitsy Spider" but not all of the extra adventures that come in this story. The Itsy Bitsy Spider does much more than climb up the water spout in Trapani's rendition. In this song, the friendly spider goes head to head with a fan, a mouse, a rocking chair, and so much more before safely returning to the outside to build a new home.
4. I read this story in my fieldwork classroom recently and loved it! The children enjoyed singing along with the part they were familiar with and were intrigued by the spider's new adventures. It was a fun experience seeing what the spider faced and overcame after climbing up the water spout.
5. A) This song could be used as a felt board activity. After singing/reading the story students would take turns helping the teacher retell the events using the felt board.
B) Older students could use this book to spark their own creative adventure. Each student would write their own obstacle for the Itsy Bitsy spider to meet and draw an illustration to match.
2. This book is appropriate for PreK-1st grade.
3. Trapani has reinvented the well-known song "The Itsy Bitsy Spider" in this book. We all know the tune and words to "The Itsy Bitsy Spider" but not all of the extra adventures that come in this story. The Itsy Bitsy Spider does much more than climb up the water spout in Trapani's rendition. In this song, the friendly spider goes head to head with a fan, a mouse, a rocking chair, and so much more before safely returning to the outside to build a new home.
4. I read this story in my fieldwork classroom recently and loved it! The children enjoyed singing along with the part they were familiar with and were intrigued by the spider's new adventures. It was a fun experience seeing what the spider faced and overcame after climbing up the water spout.
5. A) This song could be used as a felt board activity. After singing/reading the story students would take turns helping the teacher retell the events using the felt board.
B) Older students could use this book to spark their own creative adventure. Each student would write their own obstacle for the Itsy Bitsy spider to meet and draw an illustration to match.
September 21, 2017
1. Awards the book has received: this book did not receive any awards
2. Appropriate grade level(s): This book is appropriate for preschool through first grade.
3. Original 3-line summary: The Itsy Bitsy Spider is about a spider that goes through many obstacles to try to made a web again. The rain, the fan, a mouse, a cat, and some dew on a tree all get in the way of the itsy bitsy spider spinning a web again. At the end, she is finally able to rest in the sun on her web after the tree dried off.
4. Original 3-line review: This book is a great book to read to the younger grades for its rhyming and captivating language and pictures. The students could be really engaged, especially in the beginning, since it should be a story they are mostly familiar with. I love that the book expands on the story that we all know, to make it a longer, more eventful one.
5. 2-3 possible in-class uses:
• I would have the students turn and talk to their partner if they have ever had a time where something was in the way of them trying to do something, and how they overcame it.
• I could have them make a web of main events in the story, then list them in order.
• I would ask the students if they have ever seen a real spider, and if yes, where?
September 23, 2017
1. Awards received: This book has not received any awards.
2. Appropriate grade level(s): This book is appropriate for preschool to kindergarten
3. Summary: This book incorporates the original Itsy Bitsy Spider rhyme, but includes an additional 5 verses with even more rhyme. The spider experiences climbing a spout, climbing a kitchen wall, climbing up a yellow pail, climbing up a maple tree, and climbing up a rocking chair. The spider eventually finds her peace in a web amongst the sun.
4. I like how this book took a twist on a classic nursery rhyme, adding more adventures for the spider and more characters the spider runs into/interacts with. I think the additional verses will interest kids because most of them will probably already be familiar with the original nursery rhyme, so they’ll stay attentive to learn more of the rhyme. The pictures are also well-designed to visually display the the words on the pages.
5. Uses in the classroom:
My students and I can turn verses into more of a tune and incorporate hand/small body movements
I can have my students identify words with the same rime.
I can have my students draw a new scene for the spider (what is she climbing now?).
2. Appropriate grade level(s): This book is appropriate for preschool to kindergarten
3. Summary: This book incorporates the original Itsy Bitsy Spider rhyme, but includes an additional 5 verses with even more rhyme. The spider experiences climbing a spout, climbing a kitchen wall, climbing up a yellow pail, climbing up a maple tree, and climbing up a rocking chair. The spider eventually finds her peace in a web amongst the sun.
4. I like how this book took a twist on a classic nursery rhyme, adding more adventures for the spider and more characters the spider runs into/interacts with. I think the additional verses will interest kids because most of them will probably already be familiar with the original nursery rhyme, so they’ll stay attentive to learn more of the rhyme. The pictures are also well-designed to visually display the the words on the pages.
5. Uses in the classroom:
My students and I can turn verses into more of a tune and incorporate hand/small body movements
I can have my students identify words with the same rime.
I can have my students draw a new scene for the spider (what is she climbing now?).
May 10, 2021
A fun twist to the Itsy Bitsy Spider melody, this book takes a nursery rhyme that many children love and makes it a bit more interesting with adventures to the kitchen, a yellow pail, the front porch rocking chair, and finally a maple tree to find its home in the branches and sunshine.
I really enjoyed this extended version and they even give the verses in the back of the book so when children read it or sing it it can be more fun and engaging than repeating the water spout adventure over and over. In the illustrations the spider was very small and at first glance can be a bit hard to see. At first this frustrated me a bit because children like enlarged and popping pictures, but after a few pages I admired how it would pull an early reader into the story and images by making them use a bit more critical thinking and observation. There were no diverse characters other than the representation of more animals.
I would recommend this book to children ages 4-8 who enjoy this nursery rhyme and the outdoors. As a child I was scared of spiders, but I think the friendly portrayal of the spider in this book will be appealing to all children no matter their preconceptions.
I really enjoyed this extended version and they even give the verses in the back of the book so when children read it or sing it it can be more fun and engaging than repeating the water spout adventure over and over. In the illustrations the spider was very small and at first glance can be a bit hard to see. At first this frustrated me a bit because children like enlarged and popping pictures, but after a few pages I admired how it would pull an early reader into the story and images by making them use a bit more critical thinking and observation. There were no diverse characters other than the representation of more animals.
I would recommend this book to children ages 4-8 who enjoy this nursery rhyme and the outdoors. As a child I was scared of spiders, but I think the friendly portrayal of the spider in this book will be appealing to all children no matter their preconceptions.
September 30, 2017
Awards the book has received (if any): None
Appropriate grade level(s): Pre-K through 1st grade.
Original 3-line summary: The little spider began an adventure of climbing up several different objects and coming against obstacles. SOme obstacles that the spider overcomes are rain, dew and a mouse. Yet, every time the spider gave her best attempt and finally reached a lovely spot in a tree where she spun her web and rested.
Original 3-line review: This nursery rhyme is a definite classic because the rhyme pattern is so enjoyable for children and the illustrations are very quaint. There is a useful lesson about never giving up, which is present as we read about the spider having to climb and fall and try again. The song that goes along with this story is so engaging and very predictable so children can remember it.
2-3 possible in-class uses: This story can be used in a classroom to promote fluency as the class sings the song, as well as promoting the rhythm of language. Additionally, this nursery rhyme can be used for a lesson on persevering and to pursue adventures.
Appropriate grade level(s): Pre-K through 1st grade.
Original 3-line summary: The little spider began an adventure of climbing up several different objects and coming against obstacles. SOme obstacles that the spider overcomes are rain, dew and a mouse. Yet, every time the spider gave her best attempt and finally reached a lovely spot in a tree where she spun her web and rested.
Original 3-line review: This nursery rhyme is a definite classic because the rhyme pattern is so enjoyable for children and the illustrations are very quaint. There is a useful lesson about never giving up, which is present as we read about the spider having to climb and fall and try again. The song that goes along with this story is so engaging and very predictable so children can remember it.
2-3 possible in-class uses: This story can be used in a classroom to promote fluency as the class sings the song, as well as promoting the rhythm of language. Additionally, this nursery rhyme can be used for a lesson on persevering and to pursue adventures.
November 26, 2020
The Itsy Bitsy Spider by Iza Trapani won the following award:
American Bookseller Pick of the Lists 1993
This book is appropriate for grade levels K-1. In the book, the classic song the Itsy Bitsy Spider is included in the book along with a few twists. For example, "The Itsy Bitsy Spider climbed up the kitchen wall". Iza Trapani added in new details about what the Itsy Bitsy Spider did from climbing, to falling, to jumping. This book places the Itsy Bitsy Spider into a journey. Children at a young age can enjoy this book because the Itsy Bitsy spider does funny actions that children can laugh at or even create their own Itsy Bitsy spider story. It sparks their imagination and creativity in a different way. I. the classroom I would have the student draw their own Itsy Bitsy Spider climbing up something. They would then write about what the spider is climbing up. This book not only brings humor into an old classic, but also creates a new story children can tell their friends and family members.
American Bookseller Pick of the Lists 1993
This book is appropriate for grade levels K-1. In the book, the classic song the Itsy Bitsy Spider is included in the book along with a few twists. For example, "The Itsy Bitsy Spider climbed up the kitchen wall". Iza Trapani added in new details about what the Itsy Bitsy Spider did from climbing, to falling, to jumping. This book places the Itsy Bitsy Spider into a journey. Children at a young age can enjoy this book because the Itsy Bitsy spider does funny actions that children can laugh at or even create their own Itsy Bitsy spider story. It sparks their imagination and creativity in a different way. I. the classroom I would have the student draw their own Itsy Bitsy Spider climbing up something. They would then write about what the spider is climbing up. This book not only brings humor into an old classic, but also creates a new story children can tell their friends and family members.
October 3, 2017
1 - No awards.
2 - Kindergarten to 2nd grade
3 - The spider attempted to crawl up various surfaces (the water spout, the kitchen wall, the yellow bucket, the chair, and the tree), and each time she got knocked down by something. However, after waiting a little while, she made her way back up each surface and does it successfully. Finally, she climbs up a tree, and makes a web in the branches and then relaxes in the sun.
4 - This is a great book to discuss rhyming with. It can be a very interactive book if students choose to get involved and sing along or dance along. Furthermore, the illustrations are detailed and colorful - allowing for students to vividly see what is going on.
5 - (1) This book could be used to discuss rhyming and poetic features with students. (2) The book could go along with a lesson about never giving up. Students can then talk / write about a time that they did not give up.
2 - Kindergarten to 2nd grade
3 - The spider attempted to crawl up various surfaces (the water spout, the kitchen wall, the yellow bucket, the chair, and the tree), and each time she got knocked down by something. However, after waiting a little while, she made her way back up each surface and does it successfully. Finally, she climbs up a tree, and makes a web in the branches and then relaxes in the sun.
4 - This is a great book to discuss rhyming with. It can be a very interactive book if students choose to get involved and sing along or dance along. Furthermore, the illustrations are detailed and colorful - allowing for students to vividly see what is going on.
5 - (1) This book could be used to discuss rhyming and poetic features with students. (2) The book could go along with a lesson about never giving up. Students can then talk / write about a time that they did not give up.
October 20, 2017
1) no awards
2) Appropriate grade level - Pre k-2nd grade
3) Summary - This is more of a story book version of the classic, “Itsy Bitsy Spider” song. The “story” is narrated by what appears to be a little girl wearing pink polka dot socks. The spider goes on many new small adventures throughout the book.
4) Review - The bright colorful illustrations in this book will add appeal to a young reader. Children can find connections as many of them know and love the traditional song. However, the book has no song factor, so children who know the original might not be able to follow along along the way that they would expect to.
5) A teacher can have children make their own spiders using construction paper and wobbly eyes. They can also make a spider web like the one shown on the front cover, using a paper plate and yarn. As an extension of this story, a teacher could pull up the original Itsy Bitsy Spider song and sing it with the class while doing the hand plays that go along with it.
2) Appropriate grade level - Pre k-2nd grade
3) Summary - This is more of a story book version of the classic, “Itsy Bitsy Spider” song. The “story” is narrated by what appears to be a little girl wearing pink polka dot socks. The spider goes on many new small adventures throughout the book.
4) Review - The bright colorful illustrations in this book will add appeal to a young reader. Children can find connections as many of them know and love the traditional song. However, the book has no song factor, so children who know the original might not be able to follow along along the way that they would expect to.
5) A teacher can have children make their own spiders using construction paper and wobbly eyes. They can also make a spider web like the one shown on the front cover, using a paper plate and yarn. As an extension of this story, a teacher could pull up the original Itsy Bitsy Spider song and sing it with the class while doing the hand plays that go along with it.
December 1, 2017
Grade level: Preschool-First Grade
Awards: None
Summary: The Itsy Bitsy Spider by Iza Trapani is the board book version of the classic nursery rhyme the Itsy Bitsy Spider. In this story though the spider encounters a mouse, a chair, and a fan for example. This new rendition of the classic nursery rhyme will have children wanting to read this story over and over again.
Review: I have loved the classic nursery rhyme since I was younger and I love sharing it with young students. The students enjoy hearing the sing-song tune that goes along with the story. The illustrations take up the whole page and are extremely lifelike. I would highly recommend this story to anyone who is looking for a newer edition of the classic nursery rhyme the Itsy Bitsy Spider.
Classroom uses: This book could be used in the classroom to teach about spiders and how they form their webs. This book could also be used during morning meeting as a song to start the day.
Awards: None
Summary: The Itsy Bitsy Spider by Iza Trapani is the board book version of the classic nursery rhyme the Itsy Bitsy Spider. In this story though the spider encounters a mouse, a chair, and a fan for example. This new rendition of the classic nursery rhyme will have children wanting to read this story over and over again.
Review: I have loved the classic nursery rhyme since I was younger and I love sharing it with young students. The students enjoy hearing the sing-song tune that goes along with the story. The illustrations take up the whole page and are extremely lifelike. I would highly recommend this story to anyone who is looking for a newer edition of the classic nursery rhyme the Itsy Bitsy Spider.
Classroom uses: This book could be used in the classroom to teach about spiders and how they form their webs. This book could also be used during morning meeting as a song to start the day.
December 9, 2018
This book is good for students in preschool through kindergarten.
This book features a spider who climbs up a waterspout during a rainstorm. She gets washed away, spinning through a fan, into a house, and back outside. The spider stumbles into many obstacles before he makes it safely up a tree where she finally makes a web and relaxes.
This is a great extension of the classic rhyme that many kids know and love. Paired with finger movements, students love this story. I like how this version added new obstacles to the spider's journey. It can be sung or read normally.
In the classroom, this book could be a whole class read aloud for a unit about spiders. There are many things a teacher can point out throughout the story such as the illustration of what a water spout is, what a maple tree is used for, and how spiders make their own webs. The song or book could also be used to introduce rhyming words. Strenthen a child's memory by also adding hand and finger movements
This book features a spider who climbs up a waterspout during a rainstorm. She gets washed away, spinning through a fan, into a house, and back outside. The spider stumbles into many obstacles before he makes it safely up a tree where she finally makes a web and relaxes.
This is a great extension of the classic rhyme that many kids know and love. Paired with finger movements, students love this story. I like how this version added new obstacles to the spider's journey. It can be sung or read normally.
In the classroom, this book could be a whole class read aloud for a unit about spiders. There are many things a teacher can point out throughout the story such as the illustration of what a water spout is, what a maple tree is used for, and how spiders make their own webs. The song or book could also be used to introduce rhyming words. Strenthen a child's memory by also adding hand and finger movements
October 5, 2017
Awards if any: No awards
Appropriate grade levels: Appropriate for children in preschool to kindergarten.
3 Line Summary : This is a nursery rhyme about spiders that climb up a sprout. They are washed away when it rains. They later climb back up the sprout when the sun reappears.
3 Line review: This is a simple nursery rhyme that young children will be able to sing by themselves after a few repetitions. It is also interactive and this will keep them engaged. Its not a long nursery rhyme so they won't lose interest at any point.
2-3 possible in class uses
Student can create their own spider and have a class spiderweb that can be used to show the weather for the day. Students will be able to work on their fine motor skills when they create pincher grasp to be the spider and climb up the water spout.
Appropriate grade levels: Appropriate for children in preschool to kindergarten.
3 Line Summary : This is a nursery rhyme about spiders that climb up a sprout. They are washed away when it rains. They later climb back up the sprout when the sun reappears.
3 Line review: This is a simple nursery rhyme that young children will be able to sing by themselves after a few repetitions. It is also interactive and this will keep them engaged. Its not a long nursery rhyme so they won't lose interest at any point.
2-3 possible in class uses
Student can create their own spider and have a class spiderweb that can be used to show the weather for the day. Students will be able to work on their fine motor skills when they create pincher grasp to be the spider and climb up the water spout.
November 24, 2017
Nursery Rhymes
Awards: N/A
Appropriate Grade Levels: PK-1
Summary: The Itsy Bitsy Spider is one of the most classic nursery rhymes ever, and is recreated in this book that takes readers on a whole new journey with this famous spider. Some new encounters include one with a fan, a mouse, a rocking chair, and finally--the perfect spot to start a new web.
Review: This version of the story comes in board book format therefore, it is easy for very young children to handle independently. This particular nursery rhyme has always been one of my favorites and this book captures the tradition with it's great illustrations; it is a must have for young children.
In-Class Uses:
-Great tool to introduce children to rhymes
-could serve as an educational reading on what a spider might do when it looks for a place to create a web
Awards: N/A
Appropriate Grade Levels: PK-1
Summary: The Itsy Bitsy Spider is one of the most classic nursery rhymes ever, and is recreated in this book that takes readers on a whole new journey with this famous spider. Some new encounters include one with a fan, a mouse, a rocking chair, and finally--the perfect spot to start a new web.
Review: This version of the story comes in board book format therefore, it is easy for very young children to handle independently. This particular nursery rhyme has always been one of my favorites and this book captures the tradition with it's great illustrations; it is a must have for young children.
In-Class Uses:
-Great tool to introduce children to rhymes
-could serve as an educational reading on what a spider might do when it looks for a place to create a web
November 18, 2018
1. This book has not won any awards.
2. This book is appropriate for PreK through 2nd grade
3. Summary- This book is about a spider who faces many obstacles, but continues to get back up every single time. He is pushed out of a waterspout, blown off a wall, flicked off a pail, knocked off a rocking chair and slipped off a maple tree. Finally, she tries one last time and is able to create a web where she can relax.
4. Review- This book is really cute and very fun for children. It adds on to the well-known Itsy Bitsy Spider song, as well as it has really cute pictures to go with each line.
5. This book would be good to use in the classroom to teach children the traditional song and to add onto it. It is also good to use in the classroom because it provides visuals for students who learn better by seeing things instead of just hearing lines. It can be used in a mini unit as well.
2. This book is appropriate for PreK through 2nd grade
3. Summary- This book is about a spider who faces many obstacles, but continues to get back up every single time. He is pushed out of a waterspout, blown off a wall, flicked off a pail, knocked off a rocking chair and slipped off a maple tree. Finally, she tries one last time and is able to create a web where she can relax.
4. Review- This book is really cute and very fun for children. It adds on to the well-known Itsy Bitsy Spider song, as well as it has really cute pictures to go with each line.
5. This book would be good to use in the classroom to teach children the traditional song and to add onto it. It is also good to use in the classroom because it provides visuals for students who learn better by seeing things instead of just hearing lines. It can be used in a mini unit as well.
May 2, 2019
Awards: N/A
Grade Levels: Pre-k to Kindergarten
Original Summary: This book was about a little spider who would climb an object and then something crazy would occur and cause the spider to fall down. This however did not stop the little spider, it continued to climb no matter what. It did not let anything stop it from achieving it´s goals.
Original Review: This book is the perfect example to show children that they should always try their hardest at everything and never give up. It is a great way to teach them that even if they fall they should get up and try again. They need to be strong and brave and do their best in everything no matter what.
In-Class Uses: Teachers could have their students sit in a circle and share something they feel makes them brave. The children could also draw pictures of this to show to their friends in the class.
Grade Levels: Pre-k to Kindergarten
Original Summary: This book was about a little spider who would climb an object and then something crazy would occur and cause the spider to fall down. This however did not stop the little spider, it continued to climb no matter what. It did not let anything stop it from achieving it´s goals.
Original Review: This book is the perfect example to show children that they should always try their hardest at everything and never give up. It is a great way to teach them that even if they fall they should get up and try again. They need to be strong and brave and do their best in everything no matter what.
In-Class Uses: Teachers could have their students sit in a circle and share something they feel makes them brave. The children could also draw pictures of this to show to their friends in the class.
February 19, 2017
The Itsy Bitsy Spider by Iza Trapani is a classic children's book. This book has always been about the spider going up the water spout. This time the spider encounters so more places or people. It encounters a rocking chair, a car, mouse, and a tree. She spun her web at the very top of the tree and rested in the sun. I have always loved this book because you can sing and do actions while reading this book. The illustrations keep the reader wanting to read it.
The intended audience for this book would be for a first grade classroom. The teacher could read the book to them and then they can sing and do the actions. The teacher can make word cards for the students to identify or say what is what. The teacher can make the cards of the places and the people.
The intended audience for this book would be for a first grade classroom. The teacher could read the book to them and then they can sing and do the actions. The teacher can make word cards for the students to identify or say what is what. The teacher can make the cards of the places and the people.
October 23, 2017
1.)Awards the book has received (if any): No awards
2.)Appropriate grade level(s): Pre-k-2nd Grade
3.)Original 3-line summary: The tiny spider climbed up the water spout, down came the rain and washed the tiny spider out. However, the spider did not give up. When the sun came up, it dried up all the rain and the tiny spider climbed up the water spout again.
4.)Original 3-line review: This is one of my favorite childhood songs. However, when I was a child, it was hard for me to do the hand movement that went along with the song. I think it's a fun little song for young children.
5.)2-3 possible in-class uses: The class can create story stones to recreate the story of the little spider. There can be spider costumes in the dramatic play area for the children to dress up as.
2.)Appropriate grade level(s): Pre-k-2nd Grade
3.)Original 3-line summary: The tiny spider climbed up the water spout, down came the rain and washed the tiny spider out. However, the spider did not give up. When the sun came up, it dried up all the rain and the tiny spider climbed up the water spout again.
4.)Original 3-line review: This is one of my favorite childhood songs. However, when I was a child, it was hard for me to do the hand movement that went along with the song. I think it's a fun little song for young children.
5.)2-3 possible in-class uses: The class can create story stones to recreate the story of the little spider. There can be spider costumes in the dramatic play area for the children to dress up as.
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December 9, 2018Awards the book has received (if any)
Appropriate grade level(s)
K-1
Original summary
This book features the itsy bitsy spider from the classic nursery rhyme climbing up various objects. With some determination, she climbed to the top of a tree and was able to make her web there.
Original review
This book shows that hard work and determination pay off. If you fall down get up and try again! The back of the book features the sheet music for the song that goes along with the story.
1-2 possible in-class uses
This book can be used to get children singing. Children can participate in a center where they have to create a little song. This helps children to play with words and language in a fun and engaging way.
Appropriate grade level(s)
K-1
Original summary
This book features the itsy bitsy spider from the classic nursery rhyme climbing up various objects. With some determination, she climbed to the top of a tree and was able to make her web there.
Original review
This book shows that hard work and determination pay off. If you fall down get up and try again! The back of the book features the sheet music for the song that goes along with the story.
1-2 possible in-class uses
This book can be used to get children singing. Children can participate in a center where they have to create a little song. This helps children to play with words and language in a fun and engaging way.
May 10, 2019
I thought Iza Trapani did a great job writing this book. I loved seeing all the new adventurers that the spider encountered. Throughout the story some of her adventures included encountering a mouse, a water pail, a cat, a fan and so much more. As the spider meets all these new objects she is faced with challenges. This book is appropriate for preschool children through second grade. This is a great example of a nursery rhyme. The words of this book can be easily remembered because it is a catchy and fun book that children will love. An in class use for this book would be to use this book as a song. For each of the new verses the class could come up with hand movements to stay engaged and participating in the lesson. The class could also come up with some of their own versus.
October 24, 2020
Awards: n/a
Grade Level: K
Summary: This story takes us through the journey of the itsy bitsy spider climbing up different objects. She faces many challenges, but with determination the itsy bitsy spider was finally able to rest in her silky web.
Review: This book offers a fun, rhyming story with colorful and engaging illustrations. Throughout the story, children learn an important lesson to persevere in difficult situations and never give up until they reach their goal.
In class uses:
- Students will determine the order of events from the story in chronological order.
- Cut/paste activity: Students will cut out a series of words, determine which ones rhyme and paste them on a worksheet.
Grade Level: K
Summary: This story takes us through the journey of the itsy bitsy spider climbing up different objects. She faces many challenges, but with determination the itsy bitsy spider was finally able to rest in her silky web.
Review: This book offers a fun, rhyming story with colorful and engaging illustrations. Throughout the story, children learn an important lesson to persevere in difficult situations and never give up until they reach their goal.
In class uses:
- Students will determine the order of events from the story in chronological order.
- Cut/paste activity: Students will cut out a series of words, determine which ones rhyme and paste them on a worksheet.
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