
Spid the Spider Grows a Magic Money Tree
A Money Book for Kids About Effort and Financial Responsibility
John Eaton(Author)
Spidling Productions Limited (Publisher)
Published on 3. March 2025
Book
Paperback/Softback
94 pages
978-1-915376-24-4 (ISBN)
Description
Spid hopes to make lots of money having been gifted some magic seeds by his friend Marvin the mole. However, while he toils night and day to nurture the seeds, nothing goes to plan. An old man's forecast also rings in Spid's ears, and in the end, he learns a valuable lesson.
This fourteenth Spid the Spider adventure
shares some characteristics with a famous and enduring English fairy tale. What
sets this adventure apart is its unique blend of entertainment combined with a
moral lesson for children aged 4-10 years. In the story, Spid stumbles on what
he thinks is a quick way to make money, however, he learns that greed never
does anyone any good, and that he should value his lot. Another highlight is its interactivity. The story
features two songs. 'Money Doesn't Grow on Trees' and 'Seed Greed'. By scanning QR codes, readers can see
and hear animated music videos of the songs:
'Money Doesn't Grow on Trees' combines a
rock and roll and fast-paced jazz piano vibe. It's a fun singalong that will
transport you back to the nineteen sixties.
'Seed Greed' is a reflective and thoughtful song.
As it strums along it sends a strong message: "I'm afraid you are suffering
from greed, trying to make money from seeds".
Spid is a hard-working, cool, and funny
spider, who makes mistakes, but learns from them. As well as encouraging children to read and love books,
Spid's adventures also teach valuable life lessons, including
determination and what psychologists call a 'growth mindset' (desire to
better oneself and succeed), the importance of friendship, and
sustainability. For more parent and teacher resources to accompany
the book and help children learn to read and grow go to
https://spidthespider.com/fun-childrens-activities/
This fourteenth Spid the Spider adventure
shares some characteristics with a famous and enduring English fairy tale. What
sets this adventure apart is its unique blend of entertainment combined with a
moral lesson for children aged 4-10 years. In the story, Spid stumbles on what
he thinks is a quick way to make money, however, he learns that greed never
does anyone any good, and that he should value his lot. Another highlight is its interactivity. The story
features two songs. 'Money Doesn't Grow on Trees' and 'Seed Greed'. By scanning QR codes, readers can see
and hear animated music videos of the songs:
'Money Doesn't Grow on Trees' combines a
rock and roll and fast-paced jazz piano vibe. It's a fun singalong that will
transport you back to the nineteen sixties.
'Seed Greed' is a reflective and thoughtful song.
As it strums along it sends a strong message: "I'm afraid you are suffering
from greed, trying to make money from seeds".
Spid is a hard-working, cool, and funny
spider, who makes mistakes, but learns from them. As well as encouraging children to read and love books,
Spid's adventures also teach valuable life lessons, including
determination and what psychologists call a 'growth mindset' (desire to
better oneself and succeed), the importance of friendship, and
sustainability. For more parent and teacher resources to accompany
the book and help children learn to read and grow go to
https://spidthespider.com/fun-childrens-activities/
More details
Series
Language
English
Place of publication
United Kingdom
Target group
Children/juvenile
Dimensions
Height: 209 mm
Width: 147 mm
Thickness: 11 mm
Weight
190 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-915376-24-4 (9781915376244)
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Persons
John Eaton lives
and works in Taunton, Somerset. He is a highly creative poet and songwriter. He
started writing Spid the Spider books in the middle of the lock-down as
a means of staying sane, and staying connected with his granddaughter,
Evaleigh. He has always had an affinity with the English language, and space
and time, provided the opportunity to create. Some of the
themes in Spid's books mirror John's own life. When he left school, he did not
know, what if anything, he should be good at. Being one of eight children and
growing up on a council estate he did not aspire to higher purpose. Through
working in a psychiatric hospital, and then qualifying as a Mental Health Nurse
(RMN) and then a Registered General Nurse (RGN) led him overseas, and
eventually to establish a successful healthcare training business and care home
in Somerset. His writing
is inspired by the people, punishment, pathos, and humorous proclamations
encountered in his day job.
and works in Taunton, Somerset. He is a highly creative poet and songwriter. He
started writing Spid the Spider books in the middle of the lock-down as
a means of staying sane, and staying connected with his granddaughter,
Evaleigh. He has always had an affinity with the English language, and space
and time, provided the opportunity to create. Some of the
themes in Spid's books mirror John's own life. When he left school, he did not
know, what if anything, he should be good at. Being one of eight children and
growing up on a council estate he did not aspire to higher purpose. Through
working in a psychiatric hospital, and then qualifying as a Mental Health Nurse
(RMN) and then a Registered General Nurse (RGN) led him overseas, and
eventually to establish a successful healthcare training business and care home
in Somerset. His writing
is inspired by the people, punishment, pathos, and humorous proclamations
encountered in his day job.