Spiders and Their Web Sites Book

How did the black widow spider get its name? Is there really a spider's web strong enough to be used as fishing net? Which spider uses rodeo techniques to capture its prey? With this fourth title in her critically acclaimed natural history picture book series, award-winning science author Margery Facklam invites you to discover the fascinating world of spiders. Spinning, jumping, roping prey, diving underwater, and even spitting their dinners into submission - Alan Male's striking artwork illustrates the natural habitats and the behaviors of twelve different spiders, plus one that looks like a spider but really isn't. Together Margery Facklam and Alan Male have created a book of scientific information presented in an irresistible, eye-catching format that will compel even those with acute arachnophobia to turn the pages.

Author Biography: Margery Facklam is the author of many award-winning nonfiction books for children, including Creepy, Crawly Caterpillars and The Big Bug Book. She lives in Clarence Center, New York.

Alan Male has worked as a professional illustrator for over twenty years and has illustrated more than twenty complete books. He specializes in scientific, natural history, prehistoric life, and human figure work. He lives in Cornwall, England.

Illustrations and text provide a close-up look at the physical characteristics and habits of twelve different spiders and daddy-longlegs.