Charlotte’s Web by E.B. White is a heartwarming story of friendship and loyalty between a pig named Wilbur and a wise spider named Charlotte. Through Charlotte’s selfless efforts to save Wilbur, young readers learn about kindness, sacrifice, and the power of true friendship. The story encourages empathy and shows how acts of kindness can make a lasting impact, reminding children of the importance of helping others.

We use Charlotte’s Web as the focus of a three-week literature unit. Here are a few examples of how the book is used:

• Critical Thinking and Comprehension: Students explore themes such as change, friendship, and survival, encouraging them to draw parallels to their own lives and the world around them.
• Creative Writing Assignments: Inspired by the book's characters and events, students craft their own stories, focusing on the development of plot and character.
• Integrating Science and Nature Study: The life cycles of spiders, pigs, and other farm animals are explored in depth. Through observation, research, and projects, they learn about the interdependence of species and the cycles of life and death.
• Art and Creativity: By engaging in art projects related to the story, such as creating character sketches or designing a new book cover, students can express their interpretations of the story creatively.