Morning Starters: Spring 2 - Electricity
Did You Know?
Some thunderstorms produce dramatic bursts of static electricity in the sky, known as lightning. Incredibly, the same static charge can help certain spider species travel long distances. After a storm, spiders known as ballooners release silk threads that become lifted into the air by the the static electricity, allowing them to float away like tiny parachutes. This remarkable ability helps them reach new habitats and escape predators.
Word Challenge
Lightning Speed Challenge
Record ten words related to lightning as quickly as possible.
Grammar Challenge
Write a descriptive sentence that follows on from the one below.
After the last flash of lightning, the spider drifted across the sky on a thin thread of silk.
Number Challenge
Fact: Sailors have reported spiders being caught in their ship’s sails over 1,000 miles from land.
List the different ways that you can share 1,000 into equal groups.
Example: 1,000 รท 10 = 100
Critical Thinking
What do spiders and spider plants have in common?
Use your scientific knowledge to impress your friends!