Did you know Charlotte’s Web turned 60 today?

Just yesterday I finished reading it to my little girl, choking up when Wilbur has to say his final goodbye to Charlotte — unarguably the most memorable gray spider in literature.

Turns out, E.B. White cried too. It wasn’t until the 17th take that he could do it without breaking down.

Listen to NPR’s story for more. And feel free to leave a comment paying tribute to Charlotte and her creator.

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Tags: Charlotte's Web, early reading, EB White, read aloud