Amazing Arachnids
Optimum
group size -1 class at a time
Maximum group size 2 classes at one time (up to 4 classes in one day)
What is
an arachnid?
Why do
we see so many spiders in the autumn?
Why are
spiders associated with Hallowe’en?
Where
is the best place to find spiders?
How
many different species of spiders are there?
Are all
spiders venomous?
Are
there any spiders that don’t spin webs?
How do
spiders recycle their webs?
How
strong is spider silk?
Can
spider silk be used to make clothes?
What is
artificial spider silk?
These
questions and more will be answered in a fun and informative
workshop, where you get the chance to come face to face with a
variety of arachnids from Britain and around the world. Find out why
people are so fascinated and fearful of spiders.
Suitable for any age group. Depending on the age range of the group, we offer spidery themed crafts and games. The package generally lasts half a day.
