“A Spider Named ITSY” by Steve Light is a charming spin on the well-known nursery rhyme. Read on if you are curious why the itsy-bitsy spider went up the waterspout!

“A Spider Named ITSY” Synopsis:

Everyone knows the rhyme “The Itsy Bitsy Spider.” We know about the climb up the waterspout, the washout, the return of the sun, and the determined climb back up the spout—again. Generations of children have sung this beloved verse and mastered its accompanying twisty finger play. But what sent the tiny spider on his upward trek to begin with? What happened along the way—and where is Itsy now? Steve Light—with his meticulously rendered, highly detailed pen, ink, and watercolor illustrations and an endearing cast of insect characters—riffs on a classic as he offers some surprising answers, ushering us into a charming tale of perseverance, kindness, and community. And it all starts when a branch falls from a tree . . .

Our Review:

I never thought I’d be rooting for a spider but Steve Light’s ITSY character is one to cheer for. The story is written in a pleasing rhyme and uses minimal words. We get the full picture of ITSY’s persona by fabulous illustrations that drive the story forward.  The book is a creative masterpiece that completes the picture of a well known nursery rhyme perfectly. The book is the sequel we all never knew we needed.

So why did ITSY climb the water spout?  You’ll have to read “A Spider Named ITSY” because Kid Congeniality is a no spoiler zone! But trust me, this spider has heart, he is persistent and he helps a lot of other insects along the way.  He’s just the kind of spider you will want your kids to read about.

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