Inspired by the amazing spider webs that glisten with dew in the mornings, we shared the story 'Walter's Wonderful Web' by Tim Hopgood. 

The children then had the opportunity to create their own webs, either individually or in groups. The team work and communication was incredible, as you can see from these fantastic creations...

There was even a spider created...

Mini webs...

and leaves threaded through as flies...

After the webs were created it was time to see if we could get through the webs without touching, or be caught in the web for a spider's dinner!

Webs are fundamental to the life of a spider - it is their home and how they attract their food. They also have an important role in the ecosystem as they help to control the number of insects and spiders themselves are a source of food for many birds, hedgehogs, shrews and toads. 

Did you know - spider silk if five times stringer than steel!