Skip to Main Content (Press Enter) Toggle side nav
The Very Busy Spider: Read Together Edition by Eric Carle

Look Inside

The Very Busy Spider: Read Together Edition

By Eric Carle

By Eric Carle

By Eric Carle

By Eric Carle

By Eric Carle

By Eric Carle

By Eric Carle

By Eric Carle

By Eric Carle

By Eric Carle

By Eric Carle
Illustrated by Eric Carle

By Eric Carle
Illustrated by Eric Carle

By Eric Carle

By Eric Carle

By Eric Carle
Read by Kevin R. Free

By Eric Carle
Read by Kevin R. Free

Best Seller

Part of Step into Reading

Part of Read Together, Be Together

Part of Step into Reading

Paperback $4.99

Jun 01, 2021 | ISBN 9780593432280 | 4-6 years *This format is not eligible to earn points towards the Reader Rewards program

Hardcover $9.99

Jun 30, 2020 | ISBN 9780593224243 | 2-5 years

Hardcover $21.99

Mar 06, 1985 | ISBN 9780399211669 | 2-5 years

Hardcover $14.99

Jun 01, 2021 | ISBN 9780593432297 | 4-6 years

Ebook $9.99

May 05, 2020 | ISBN 9780593382806 | Baby-3

Board Book $15.99

Mar 03, 2011 | Baby-3 *This format is not eligible to earn points towards the Reader Rewards program

Board Book $11.99

Aug 16, 1995 | Baby-3 *This format is not eligible to earn points towards the Reader Rewards program

Audiobook Download $2.00

Jan 19, 2021 | 5 Minutes | 2-5 years

All Formats
+
    The Very Busy Spider: Read Together Edition by Eric Carle
    Hardcover $9.99
    Jun 30, 2020 | ISBN 9780593224243

    Also available from:

    See All Formats (7) +

    Paperback
    +

    • Paperback $4.99

      Jun 01, 2021 | ISBN 9780593432280 | 4-6 years

      Also available from:

      *This format is not eligible to earn points towards the Reader Rewards program

    Hardcover (3)
    –

    • Hardcover $9.99

      Jun 30, 2020 | ISBN 9780593224243 | 2-5 years

      Also available from:

    • Hardcover $21.99

      Mar 06, 1985 | ISBN 9780399211669 | 2-5 years

      Also available from:

    • Hardcover $14.99

      Jun 01, 2021 | ISBN 9780593432297 | 4-6 years

      Also available from:

    Ebook
    +

    • Ebook

      May 05, 2020 | ISBN 9780593382806 | Baby-3

      Available from:

    Board Book (2)
    +

    • Board Book $15.99

      Mar 03, 2011 | ISBN 9780399256011 | Baby-3

      Also available from:

      *This format is not eligible to earn points towards the Reader Rewards program
    • Board Book $11.99

      Aug 16, 1995 | ISBN 9780399229190 | Baby-3

      Also available from:

      *This format is not eligible to earn points towards the Reader Rewards program

    Audio
    +

    Buy the Audiobook Download:

    About The Very Busy Spider: Read Together Edition

    Join the Very Busy Spider and all her friends in this classic story, newly joining the premier reader line, Step into Reading!

    A spider, blown by the wind to a fence post near a farm yard, begins to build her web and cannot be distracted from the task at hand–not by the horse, cow, sheep, goat, or dog. But when the rooster asks if she wants to catch a pesky fly, the busy spider is able to catch it in her web immediately!
     
    Step 2 Readers use basic vocabulary and short sentences to tell simple stories, for children who recognize familiar words and can sound out new words with help. Rhyme and rhythmic text paired with picture clues help children decode the story.

    About The Very Busy Spider: Read Together Edition

    Make family reading a regular and cherished activity with The Very Busy Spider and READ TOGETHER, BE TOGETHER, a nationwide movement developed by Penguin Random House in partnership with Parents magazine.

    Over 50 million people have fallen in love with The Very Busy Spider! Now parents and educators alike can introduce this beloved character to younger readers with this picture book by Eric Carle, creator of The Very Hungry Caterpillar.

    Early one morning a little spider blown by the wind spins her web on a farm yard fence post. One by one, the animals of the nearby farm try to distract her, yet the busy little spider keeps diligently at her work. When she is done, she is able to show everyone that not only is her creation quite beautiful, it is also quite useful!

    Picture books in the READ TOGETHER, BE TOGETHER program are available at a low price for a limited time so that families everywhere can make the most of storytime. Other titles include:

       • Horton Hears a Who (Dr. Seuss)
       • Llama Llama Misses Mama (Anna Dewdney)
       • Richard Scarry’s Cars and Trucks and Things That Go (Richard Scarry)
       • The Little Engine That Could (Watty Piper)
       • The Very Busy Spider (Eric Carle)

    About The Very Busy Spider: Read Together Edition

    A VERY classic from Eric Carle, creator of The Very Hungry Caterpillar

    Early one morning a little spider spins her web on a fence post. One by one, the animals of the nearby farm try to distract her, yet the busy little spider keeps diligently at her work. When she is done, she is able to show everyone that not only is her creation quite beautiful, it is also quite useful!

    This multi-sensory book allows children to feel the pictures as well as see them. And with its rhythmic text, The Very Busy Spider becomes an experience to touch, to see, and to hear.

    Praise for The Very Busy Spider:

    * “A beautifully executed work for the very young that satisfies the needs of both visually handicapped and sighted children without losing its artistic integrity.”--The Horn Book, starred review

    * “Both sighted and blind children will follow the action with ease . . . Visually and verbally, this is a winner.”--Booklist, starred review

    About The Very Busy Spider: Read Together Edition

    Join the Very Busy Spider and all her friends in this classic story, newly joining the premier reader line, Step into Reading!

    A spider, blown by the wind to a fence post near a farm yard, begins to build her web and cannot be distracted from the task at hand–not by the horse, cow, sheep, goat, or dog. But when the rooster asks if she wants to catch a pesky fly, the busy spider is able to catch it in her web immediately!
     
    Step 2 Readers use basic vocabulary and short sentences to tell simple stories, for children who recognize familiar words and can sound out new words with help. Rhyme and rhythmic text paired with picture clues help children decode the story.

    About The Very Busy Spider: Read Together Edition

    A spider, blown by the wind to a fence post near a farm yard, begins to build her web and cannot be distracted from the task at hand–not by the horse, cow, sheep, goat, or dog. But when the rooster asks if she wants to catch a pesky fly, the busy spider is able to catch it in her web immediately!

    About The Very Busy Spider: Read Together Edition

    Eric Carle’s The Very Busy Spider has been a favorite way for parents to teach young children about determination and persistence for more than 25 years. Now this classic story-with its delightful farm animals and the spider’s tactile, raised web-comes to a new, oversized board book format, perfect for storytime or for playtime. The extra-large pages will invite children and parents alike to cuddle up with this enduring, diligent spider.

    About The Very Busy Spider: Read Together Edition

    From bestselling author and illustrator Eric Carle, the creator of The Very Hungry Caterpillar, comes another classic tale about one very busy spider. A perfect gift to share with the child or grandchild in your life.

    Early one morning a little spider spins her web on a fence post. One by one, the animals of the nearby farm try to distract her, yet the busy little spider keeps diligently at her work. When she is done, she is able to show everyone that not only is her creation quite beautiful, it is also quite useful!

    This multi-sensory board book allows children to feel the pictures as well as see them, and is the perfect size for little hands. With its rhythmic text, The Very Busy Spider becomes an experience to touch, to see, and to hear.

    “A beautifully executed work for the very young that satisfies the needs of both visually handicapped and sighted children without losing its artistic integrity.”
    —The Horn Book, starred review

    “Both sighted and blind children will follow the action with ease . . . Visually and verbally, this is a winner.”
    —Booklist, starred review.

    About The Very Busy Spider: Read Together Edition

    A spider, blown by the wind to a fence post near a farm yard, begins to build her web and cannot be distracted from the task at hand–not by the horse, cow, sheep, goat, or dog. But when the rooster asks if she wants to catch a pesky fly, the busy spider is able to catch it in her web immediately!

    “A beautifully executed work for the very young that satisfies the needs of both visually handicapped and sighted children without losing its artistic integrity.”
              The Horn Book, starred review.
    “Both sighted and blind children will follow the action with ease . . . Visually and verbally, this is a winner.”
             Booklist, starred review.

    Listen to a sample from The Very Busy Spider: Read Together Edition

    Also by Eric Carle

    The Very Hungry Caterpillar's Forest Hide & Seek
    Can You Guess? Animal Sounds with The Very Hungry Caterpillar
    The Art of Eric Carle
    A Day on the Farm with The Very Hungry Caterpillar
    Eric Carle's Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star and Other Nursery Rhymes
    See all books by Eric Carle

    Also by Eric Carle

    The Very Hungry Caterpillar's Forest Hide & Seek
    Can You Guess? Animal Sounds with The Very Hungry Caterpillar
    The Art of Eric Carle
    A Day on the Farm with The Very Hungry Caterpillar
    Eric Carle's Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star and Other Nursery Rhymes
    See all books by Eric Carle

    Also by Eric Carle

    The Very Hungry Caterpillar's Forest Hide & Seek
    Can You Guess? Animal Sounds with The Very Hungry Caterpillar
    The Art of Eric Carle
    A Day on the Farm with The Very Hungry Caterpillar
    Eric Carle's Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star and Other Nursery Rhymes
    See all books by Eric Carle

    Also by Eric Carle

    The Very Hungry Caterpillar's Forest Hide & Seek
    Can You Guess? Animal Sounds with The Very Hungry Caterpillar
    The Art of Eric Carle
    A Day on the Farm with The Very Hungry Caterpillar
    Eric Carle's Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star and Other Nursery Rhymes
    See all books by Eric Carle

    Also by Eric Carle

    The Very Hungry Caterpillar's Forest Hide & Seek
    Can You Guess? Animal Sounds with The Very Hungry Caterpillar
    The Art of Eric Carle
    A Day on the Farm with The Very Hungry Caterpillar
    Eric Carle's Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star and Other Nursery Rhymes
    See all books by Eric Carle

    Also by Eric Carle

    The Very Hungry Caterpillar's Forest Hide & Seek
    Can You Guess? Animal Sounds with The Very Hungry Caterpillar
    The Art of Eric Carle
    A Day on the Farm with The Very Hungry Caterpillar
    Eric Carle's Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star and Other Nursery Rhymes
    See all books by Eric Carle

    Also by Eric Carle

    The Very Hungry Caterpillar's Forest Hide & Seek
    Can You Guess? Animal Sounds with The Very Hungry Caterpillar
    The Art of Eric Carle
    A Day on the Farm with The Very Hungry Caterpillar
    Eric Carle's Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star and Other Nursery Rhymes
    See all books by Eric Carle

    Also by Eric Carle

    The Very Hungry Caterpillar's Forest Hide & Seek
    Can You Guess? Animal Sounds with The Very Hungry Caterpillar
    The Art of Eric Carle
    A Day on the Farm with The Very Hungry Caterpillar
    Eric Carle's Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star and Other Nursery Rhymes
    See all books by Eric Carle

    About Eric Carle

    Eric Carle is acclaimed and beloved as the creator of brilliantly illustrated and innovatively designed picture books for very young children. His best-known work, The Very Hungry Caterpillar, has eaten its way into the hearts of millions of children all over… More about Eric Carle

    About Eric Carle

    Eric Carle is acclaimed and beloved as the creator of brilliantly illustrated and innovatively designed picture books for very young children. His best-known work, The Very Hungry Caterpillar, has eaten its way into the hearts of millions of children all over… More about Eric Carle

    About Eric Carle

    Eric Carle is acclaimed and beloved as the creator of brilliantly illustrated and innovatively designed picture books for very young children. His best-known work, The Very Hungry Caterpillar, has eaten its way into the hearts of millions of children all over… More about Eric Carle

    About Eric Carle

    Eric Carle is acclaimed and beloved as the creator of brilliantly illustrated and innovatively designed picture books for very young children. His best-known work, The Very Hungry Caterpillar, has eaten its way into the hearts of millions of children all over… More about Eric Carle

    About Eric Carle

    Eric Carle is acclaimed and beloved as the creator of brilliantly illustrated and innovatively designed picture books for very young children. His best-known work, The Very Hungry Caterpillar, has eaten its way into the hearts of millions of children all over… More about Eric Carle

    About Eric Carle

    Eric Carle is acclaimed and beloved as the creator of brilliantly illustrated and innovatively designed picture books for very young children. His best-known work, The Very Hungry Caterpillar, has eaten its way into the hearts of millions of children all over… More about Eric Carle

    About Eric Carle

    Eric Carle is acclaimed and beloved as the creator of brilliantly illustrated and innovatively designed picture books for very young children. His best-known work, The Very Hungry Caterpillar, has eaten its way into the hearts of millions of children all over… More about Eric Carle

    About Eric Carle

    Eric Carle is acclaimed and beloved as the creator of brilliantly illustrated and innovatively designed picture books for very young children. His best-known work, The Very Hungry Caterpillar, has eaten its way into the hearts of millions of children all over… More about Eric Carle

    Product Details

    Category: Children’s Picture Books | Step Into Reading

    Paperback | $4.99
    Published by Random House Books for Young Readers
    Jun 01, 2021 | 32 Pages | 6 x 9 | 4-6 years | ISBN 9780593432280

    Category: Children’s Picture Books

    Hardcover | $9.99
    Published by World of Eric Carle
    Jun 30, 2020 | 32 Pages | 11 x 8-1/4 | 2-5 years | ISBN 9780593224243

    Category: Children’s Picture Books

    Hardcover | $21.99
    Published by World of Eric Carle
    Mar 06, 1985 | 48 Pages | 11 x 8-1/4 | 2-5 years | ISBN 9780399211669

    Category: Children’s Picture Books | Step Into Reading

    Hardcover | $14.99
    Published by Random House Books for Young Readers
    Jun 01, 2021 | 32 Pages | 6 x 9 | 4-6 years | ISBN 9780593432297

    Category: Children’s Picture Books

    Ebook | $9.99
    Published by World of Eric Carle
    May 05, 2020 | 32 Pages | Baby-3 | ISBN 9780593382806

    Category: Children’s Board Books | Children’s Picture Books

    Board Book | $15.99
    Published by Philomel Books
    Mar 03, 2011 | 24 Pages | 10-3/4 x 9-1/4 | Baby-3 | ISBN 9780399256011

    Category: Children’s Board Books | Children’s Picture Books

    Board Book | $11.99
    Published by World of Eric Carle
    Aug 16, 1995 | 32 Pages | 7-1/8 x 5 | Baby-3 | ISBN 9780399229190

    Category: Audiobooks | Children’s Picture Books

    Audiobook Download | $2.00
    Published by Listening Library
    Jan 19, 2021 | 5 Minutes | 2-5 years | ISBN 9780593417539

    Inspired by Your Browsing History

    Buy other books like The Very Busy Spider: Read Together Edition

    ‹ ›
    Inside Outside Upside Down
    Inside Outside Upside Down
    Jan Berenstain and Stan Berenstain
    A Color of His Own
    A Color of His Own
    Leo Lionni
    Señorita Mariposa
    Señorita Mariposa
    Ben Gundersheimer (Mister G)
    Hello, World! Ocean Life
    Hello, World! Ocean Life
    Jill McDonald
    The Day of the Dead
    The Day of the Dead
    Bob Barner
    Froggy Gets Dressed
    Froggy Gets Dressed
    Jonathan London
    The Night Before Valentine's Day
    The Night Before Valentine’s Day
    Natasha Wing
    A Boy, a Dog, a Frog, and a Friend
    A Boy, a Dog, a Frog, and a Friend
    Marianna Mayer and Mercer Mayer
    Leaves
    Leaves
    David Ezra Stein
    Old Hat New Hat
    Old Hat New Hat
    Stan Berenstain and Jan Berenstain
    A Ball for Daisy
    A Ball for Daisy
    Chris Raschka
    Duck, Duck, Goose
    Duck, Duck, Goose
    Tad Hills
    Duck & Goose
    Duck & Goose
    Tad Hills
    Skippyjon Jones, Class Action
    Skippyjon Jones, Class Action
    Judy Schachner
    Dad and the Dinosaur
    Dad and the Dinosaur
    Gennifer Choldenko
    Mister Seahorse
    Mister Seahorse
    Eric Carle
    Little Owl's Night
    Little Owl’s Night
    Divya Srinivasan
    Dream Animals
    Dream Animals
    Emily Winfield Martin
    Baby Beluga
    Baby Beluga
    Raffi
    Never Tease a Weasel
    Never Tease a Weasel
    Jean Conder Soule
    The Very Lonely Firefly
    The Very Lonely Firefly
    Eric Carle
    My Dog Laughs
    My Dog Laughs
    Rachel Isadora
    Monsters Don't Eat Broccoli
    Monsters Don’t Eat Broccoli
    Barbara Jean Hicks
    Froggy Goes to the Doctor
    Froggy Goes to the Doctor
    Jonathan London
    The Busy Body Book
    The Busy Body Book
    Lizzy Rockwell
    Ladybug Girl and Bumblebee Boy
    Ladybug Girl and Bumblebee Boy
    Jacky Davis
    Richard Scarry's Postman Pig and His Busy Neighbors
    Richard Scarry’s Postman Pig and His Busy Neighbors
    Richard Scarry
    Adrian Simcox Does NOT Have a Horse
    Adrian Simcox Does NOT Have a Horse
    Marcy Campbell
    Miss Bindergarten Celebrates the 100th Day of Kindergarten
    Miss Bindergarten Celebrates the 100th Day of Kindergarten
    Joseph Slate
    Travel Mazes
    Travel Mazes
    Corduroy's Best Halloween Ever!
    Corduroy’s Best Halloween Ever!
    I am Anne Frank
    I am Anne Frank
    Brad Meltzer

    Praise

    Praise for The Very Busy Spider:

    * “A beautifully executed work for the very young that satisfies the needs of both visually handicapped and sighted children without losing its artistic integrity.”--The Horn Book, starred review

    * “Both sighted and blind children will follow the action with ease . . . Visually and verbally, this is a winner.”--Booklist, starred review

    Be the first to know!
    More from Eric Carle and book picks sent right to your inbox
    More from Eric Carle and book picks sent right to your inbox
    By clicking SIGN UP, I acknowledge that I have read and agree to Penguin Random House’s Privacy Policy and Terms of Use.
    Dismiss
    Thanks!
    Something awesome is on its way.
    Back to Top

    Visit other sites in the Penguin Random House Network

    Raise kids who love to read

    Brightly

    Raise kids who love to read
    An online magazine for today’s home cook

    TASTE

    An online magazine for today’s home cook
    The eBooks you want at the lowest prices

    LitFlash

    The eBooks you want at the lowest prices
    Read it first. Pass it on!

    Read it Forward

    Read it first. Pass it on!