Book description
What if you were small as a bean,
and could walk on the walls and ceiling,
sense vibrations through your elbows,
and jump five times your body length?
That is Jumper's world.
This beautifully illustrated nonfiction picture book explores the tiny, secret world of backyard jumping spiders, with robust back…
Why read it?
1 author picked Jumper as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?
I wish I could singlehandedly scrub away the fear humans have of spiders. Alas, that is not possible, but you’ll think twice about killing a spider after reading this book. This stunningly illustrated picture book invites readers into the fascinating world of (arguably) one of the cutest arachnids around, the jumping spider.
“What if you were very small?... What would your world be like?” Immediately, you are transported into the mind of a jumping spider, how they navigate their world, and what makes them so important to their ecosystem. This book is a must-read for anyone curious to learn more…
From Hayley's list on The best picture books about animals for young readers.
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