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“Will you walk into my parlor said the spider to the fly“

The theme of “The Spider and the Fly“ is the manipulation of the weak by the strong. The poem uses a situation from the non-human world in order to shed light on things in the human world. In the poem, a weak fly is manipulated by a strong spider.

This story is about a silly fly who gives in to her own vanity and loses her life to a cunning spider. The poem begins with the speaker describing the first efforts of a spider to lure a fly into his dark and evil home.

“Unto an evil counselor, close heart and ear and eye. And take a lesson from this tale, of the Spider and the Fly.“

I would use this book with my elementary students to expose them to poetry in a more anticipatory and mysterious way. I think that students would be very involved in the story this book portrays, as they are curious if the fly will fall into the spider's trap. I could also use this book to teach my students about the importance of not falling into traps by strangers and protecting yourself from harm.

This book was based off of the original poem by Mary Howitt. It tells the story of a spider luring a fly into his web trap through his slow, creepy rhymes. This book is most effectively read in a slower manner to match the rhythm. It uses multiple rhymes on each page of the book to tell the story in a mysterious and anticipatory way, keeping the audience hooked on what will happen next.

“Will you walk into my parlor said the spider to the fly“

The theme of “The Spider and the Fly“ is the manipulation of the weak by the strong. The poem uses a situation from the non-human world in order to shed light on things in the human world. In the poem, a weak fly is manipulated by a strong spider.

This story is about a silly fly who gives in to her own vanity and loses her life to a cunning spider. The poem begins with the speaker describing the first efforts of a spider to lure a fly into his dark and evil home.

“Then he came out to his door again, and merrily did sing,
'Come hither,hither, pretty fly, with the pearly and silver wing;
Your robes are green and purple-there's a crest upon your head;
Your eyes are like the diamond bright, but mine are dull as lead!“

“Will you walk into my parlor? said the Spider to the Fly“

“Tis the prettiest little parlor that ever did you spy; the way into my parlor is up the winding stair, and I have many curious thinks to show you when you are there“

I think this would be great for students around Halloween and introducing the students to rhyming words and how that elevates a story- especially a classic like this one. I think because it is very basic in terms of poetic elements, it could be a nice introduction into poetry.

This book would be perfect to use in the classroom around Halloween time. It is a spooky book that tells a spooky story. You could have students draw out their own idea of what the spider and the fly might look like or have students add a portion of the story.

It is a retelling of a classic story about the spider and the fly. It follows the spider who is trying everything he can to try and compel the fly to stay for a feast (really the spider wants to capture the fly). The fly begins to leave but the spider can lure the fly back and ends up capturing it. The sing-song feel of the way it reads can be considered the poetry aspect.

This was a poem about how a spider was trying to lure a fly into his traps to become his dinner. The story had slow, longer lines with to help it feel more spooky and sinister. The poem makes your hair stand up thinking about how the fly was feeling.

This version of The #Spider and the Fly has the best illustrations of any Halloween children‘s book I‘ve come across, in the style of old silent films. #scarathlonphotochallenge #skeletoncrew @Emilymdxn

I used to love reading this book with my students. I miss teaching sometimes. But not enough to go back. 🤣

“Oh no, no,“ said the little Fly, “to ask me is in vain, for who goes up your winding stair can ne'er come down again.“

This book is shared through the lens of classic Hollywood horror movies from the 1920s and 1930s as it captures a cautionary tale of Spider's temptations for Fly.

The Spider and the Fly by Tony DiTerlizzi and inspired by Mary Botham Howitt's poem was published in 2002. The book received the Caldecott Honor book in 2003. This book shares the tale of Spider tempting Fly to visit his parlor. He tempts Fly with many pretty things and Fly understands that when someone goes into Spider's Web they may never come out.

Caldecott Honor
This book is a cautionary tale that encourages children to know the true intentions of flattery and curious invitations. The Spider in the book attempts to lure the fly into its web, but will the fly fall for its trick?
This book could inspire the students to write their own cautionary tale.
“To idle, silly, flattering words I pray you ne‘er five heed.”

Caldecott Medal 2003
Review:
The illustrations in this book are phenomenal. The theme is to be weary of someone promising too much or trying too hard. The story is somewhat grim, but very entertaining as it follows the art with some artwork being separate from the text (ghosts).
Blurb:
THis would be great for 2nd-6th. It has a good lesson/theme and appreciative artwork.
Quote:
“To idle, silly, flattering words I pray you ne'er give heed;“

Unto an evil counselor, close heart and ear and eye, And take a lesson from this tale, of the Spider and the Fly.

The illustrations in this book are amazing! They‘re creepy and almost make you feel like you‘re watching a movie.

The book is very good in providing children with an introduction to poetry, cautionary tales, and harder words. The story is a little creepy but would be an amazing story for Halloween time.

#JanuaryJazz Day 24: Sometimes it is difficult to distinguish between flattery and a genuine #Compliment. Here‘s a cautionary tale to show just that. Fats‘ full review here: https://wp.me/pDlzr-4m9

One of my favorites! My pick for “spider”. 🕷🕸🎃#poetrymatters @Eggs @TheSpineView #scarathlon #teamslaughter @Clwojick

I adored this one!!! It pairs the original text from Mary Howitt‘s classic poem with fantastic dark pencil illustrations. Left me with a sort of gothic/silent film vibe. #Scarathlon2022 #TeamMonsterMash @StayCurious #BookspinBingo @TheAromaofBooks #Spookoween2022 @TheSpineView #31by31 @Catsandbooks #PointsAThon @dieareader @GHABI4ROSES

#Haunted Day 3: #SpiderWeb in the cover. Fats‘ review: “I enjoyed feasting upon DiTerlizzi‘s soft-toned black-and-white (pencil) illustrations, gothic in all proportions. It is definitely a visual treat to both artists and photographers alike. Like the black-and-white medium, this cautionary tale never gets old.” Full review: https://wp.me/pDlzr-4m9

A Spider entraps a film into its web by using his charm and manipulation however the fly was warned by the spirits and the previous victim but she doesn't listen and falls for the trap.#UCFLAE3414SP21

This beautifully eerie illustrated and written Caldecott Award Winning P displays a cunning and manipulating spider attempting to entrap a fly in his web.

This P- RA book is a spooky read about a cunning spider who convinces a spider to fall into his web. UDL 3.1, activate background knowledge by teaching about flies and spiders, as well as poetry. EL 32 where students can make spiderwebs with cotton balls in small groups and put plastic bugs on them. This book is a Caldecott honor book.

Spooky! This P Caldecott award winning poem written by Mary Howitts and illustrated by Tony Diterlizzi is about one sneaky little spider who tries to lure a fly into his web by using some tricks up his sleeve. This book would be a perfect RA during halloween time and provides a wonderful poetry lesson about being cautious around strangers! #ucflae3414su20

This Caldecott Award winning P picture book shares a message: do not allow yourself to be manipulated by others based on your own vanity. This book would be best read during a PR. One UDL & EL strategy is 3.2, highlight patterns, critical feature, big ideas, and relationships, and, 32, using student pairs for team learning, especially for reports, experiments, and projects. Here is a link for an extension activity: diterlizzi.com #UCFLAE3414SP20

This piece of poetry, written by Mary Howitt and illustrated by Tony DiTerlizzi is a Caldecott Award winner. This book has great illustrations that would be perfect for an RA during Halloween time. It would be a fun way to teach students about poetry while staying in the spooky theme! # ucflae3414f19

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6 points - book read and participation

This Caldecott winning poetry book written by Mary Howitt and illustrated by Tony Diterlizzi tells a story of a spider who entices a fly into its web through its convincing mannerisms and words.
This book would be a great RA to teach children about poetry, possibly around Halloween time because of its creepy demeanor. #UCFLAE3414F19

“And take a lesson from this tale, of the Spider and the Fly.“

I would read this book to young students pre-kindergarten to second grade. It is cool because it shows how spiders get their food and helps young children understand animals and their ways.

This is a Caldecott Award-winning book. It is about how spiders lure in their food (bait.) It is cute and silly. The illustrations are amazing and very well done.

“To idle, silly, flattering words, I pray you ne‘er give heed“. This quote is telling children to not talk to strangers and not give into what they may say.

I really enjoyed this book. I would for sure read it to a group of children during a safety unit, or just for the sake of getting this message in their head. The dark illustrations in this story would get the point deeper into the readers head.

Award: Caldecott Medal
Review: Although this poem was created in 1812, the story's theme is still relevant. It tells of a cunning spider ensnaring a fly through seduction. It‘s a cautionary that tells children to be wary against those who use charm and flattery to get their attention.

This is a Caldecott winning book. It‘s pictures are great! I love this approach to how spiders lure in their bait. It‘s very creative and would be a great book for children.

I would use this book in my classroom because it is an interesting take to how spiders lure flies into their web.

“Dear friend, what can I do to prove the warm affection I‘ve felt for you”

This instantly became a book that I wanted to have in my classroom library. This Caldecott award winning TL book illustrated and written by Tony DiTerlizzi is based off the cautionary tale by Mary Howitt. DiTerlizzi based the art style off of the classic horror movies of the 1920‘s-30‘s. The story tells of the fly who is wooed by the spider into his trap, as “spiders are trappers, for goodness sake!”. This story would be best for a RA lesson.