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Baseball has been called America's national pastime. The history of this popular sport reflects the country's own story.


	SPIDERS: WEAVING WONDERS Spiders are amazing creatures. These eight-legged arachnids are found just about everywhere on Earth. Their bodies produce silk, which they can use to build their wonderful webs. They also have huge appetites—for delicious insects. Read more on page 10 of our October 2003 issue. Explore More Yvonne Winer, Spiders Spin Webs (Charlesbridge Publishing, 1998) >> Quick Flick: Spiders What has eight legs, eight eyes, and shops for food on the web? Spiders, of course! >> eNature: Field Guide to Spiders and Insects Find pictures and information on nearly 300 species of insects and arachnids. >> Tarantulas: Terrible or Terrific Looking for a new pet? This page has everything you need to know about adopting a cute, cuddly tarantula.


	MAP MYSTERIES How did Christopher Columbus find his way to the "New World"? He used maps, of course. There was just one problem. His maps were wrong! Read the whole story on page 4 of our October 2003 issue. Explore More National Geographic World Atlas for Young Explorers (National Geographic, 2003) Diane Sansevere-Dreher, Explorers Who Got Lost (Tor Books, 1994) >> National Geographic MapMachine Map any place on Earth with National Geographic's online atlas. >> National Geographic Xpeditions Atlas These printable maps are great for geography practice or homework help.


	TINY LEMUR, BIG FIND Madagascar, an island off the eastern coast of Africa, is home to many different types of lemurs. Now scientists have discovered what may be the smallest lemur species of all. It's tiny enough to fit in your pocket. Meet this critter on page 22 of our October issue. Explore More >> NG News: Is This the Smallest Primate on Earth? Read an interview with the scientist who found this rare animal. >> National Geographic Creature Feature: Ring-Tailed Lemur Learn more about these mysterious African animals, with cool sights and sounds. >> National Geographic: Madagascar Meet some of the other amazing animals on this wild island.