Ep 3. Spins A Web
- TV-Y
- September 28, 1996
- 25 min
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8.0 (65)
Ms. Frizzle takes her class on another exciting adventure in The Magic School Bus season 3 episode 3, titled "Spins A Web." This time, the class learns about spiders and spider webs.
The episode begins with Ms. Frizzle explaining to the class that they are going on a field trip to learn about spiders. The students are initially hesitant, as some of them are scared of spiders, but Ms. Frizzle assures them that they have nothing to fear.
As they board the bus, Ms. Frizzle tells the class that they will be shrinking down to spider size in order to better understand the world of spiders. The class is excited at the prospect of being tiny and venturing into the unknown.
When they arrive at their destination, the class is greeted by an enormous spider web spanning across the trees. Ms. Frizzle tells the class that the spider web is the spider's home and that it is made from a special substance called silk.
The class is amazed by the spider web's intricacy and beauty. They soon learn that not all spiders spin webs, and that different spiders spin different types of webs for different purposes.
As they explore the spider's web, the class comes across a spider who is struggling to spin its web. Ms. Frizzle explains that spiders need to spin webs in order to catch food and survive.
The class decides to help the spider by spinning a web for it. They work together to gather materials and spin a web that is fit for a spider. The spider is overjoyed and grateful, and the class learns about the importance of helping others.
Throughout the episode, the class learns about the different types of spiders and their behaviors. They learn about the jumping spider, the orb weaver spider, and the wolf spider, among others.
They also learn about the different components of a spider web, such as the sticky threads and the non-sticky threads, and how they work together to catch prey.
As the episode comes to a close, Ms. Frizzle tells the class that they will be returning to their normal size. The class is disappointed, as they have enjoyed their adventure as tiny spiders.
As they return to their regular size, the class reflects on what they have learned. They discuss how spiders contribute to the ecosystem and how they are important creatures in our world.
Overall, The Magic School Bus season 3 episode 3, "Spins A Web," is an educational and enjoyable episode that teaches children about the world of spiders and their importance in our ecosystem. The episode is filled with fun, excitement, and adventure, and is sure to captivate children's imaginations.