Charlotte's Web
by E.B. White

Born the runt of the litter, Wilbur is saved by the farmer's daughter, Fern. She feeds him and pets him, but even Fern cannot protect Wilbur from his ultimate fate. It takes his friendship with the wise spider Charlotte, supported by the other barnyard animals such as the geese, and the rat Templeton, to devise a plan that will show the world that Wilbur is a very special pig who deserves to live. Charlotte gives her life to Wilbur, weaving messages into her web that dazzle all who see them. Will they be enough to persuade the world that Wilbur should be saved? (8+)