Books by Joyce Cooper Arkhurst

3 books · Ages 4–11

Known for the The Adventures of Spider series, Joyce Cooper Arkhurst writes picture books and middle grade for ages 4–11, exploring themes of curiosity & wonder, resilience & perseverance, justice & fairness.

Series

The Adventures of Spider
The Adventures of Spider: West African Folktales
The Further Adventures of Spider
The Adventures of Spider
3 books · Ages 4–11

By Age Range

Ages 4–7
3 books
The Adventures of Spider
The Adventures of Spider: West African Folktales
The Further Adventures of Spider
Ages 8–11
3 books
The Adventures of Spider
The Adventures of Spider: West African Folktales
The Further Adventures of Spider

Common Themes

Curiosity & WonderResilience & PerseveranceJustice & FairnessHonesty & IntegrityBugs & InsectsAnimalsCreativity & ImaginationEmpathy & Kindness

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