Ep 9. Spider Games
- February 4, 2013
- 12 min
Stella & Sam is a Canadian animated series that follows the adventures of a sister and brother duo as they explore the world around them. In season 2 episode 9, Spider Games, the siblings find themselves in a sticky situation when they stumble upon a spider web.
The episode begins with Stella and Sam walking through the woods. They come across a spider web and are fascinated by its intricate design. However, their fascination is short-lived when they notice a spider lurking in the corner of the web. Sam becomes scared and wants to leave, but Stella is determined to observe the spider's behavior.
As they continue to observe the spider, they notice that it's trapped a fly in its web. Stella explains to Sam that spiders use their webs to catch prey and that they are an important part of the ecosystem. They decide to stay and watch the spider in action.
The spider begins to spin a silk cocoon around the fly and Stella and Sam are amazed at how quickly it works. They continue to watch as the spider wraps the fly up tight, but they soon realize that they too have become stuck in the web.
Stella tries to free herself and Sam, but they only become more tangled in the spider's silk. They start to panic as the spider approaches them, but Stella quickly comes up with a plan. She remembers that spiders are sensitive to vibrations and tells Sam to stay still.
Stella begins to hum and tap her feet, causing the spider to become disoriented. Using this moment of distraction, Stella and Sam are able to free themselves from the web and make a run for it.
As they leave the woods, they reflect on their experience with the spider. Stella tells Sam that it's important to respect all creatures, no matter how big or small, and that there's something to be learned from every experience.
Spider Games is a fun and educational episode for kids, teaching them about the importance of spiders and their role in the ecosystem. The colorful animation and lovable characters make it an enjoyable watch for the whole family.