Another Spider

Posted on September 5, 2010 by Honey

My husband and the kids found this cute little spider.

I have never seen this type of spider around here before.

He really wasn't very big, only the size of the bolts on the gate.

But he was hairy. He had a red spot on his behind. I panicked just a bit.

He sure looks cute (in the photos).

Jonah (my husband) looked him up and discovered that he is a Zebra Jumping Spider. Or at least that is our best guess. I love how we can find nature type things to learn about even in the city.

What science things are you learning about where you live?

I am linking this post up with Science Sunday .

Another Spider

Posted on August 2, 2010 by Honey

The kids are always finding insects and spiders and following them around the yard. The kids found another spider outside and followed it for awhile. Here are some pictures.

What creatures have you found around your yard lately?

Unknown Spider and Mysterious Tracks

Posted on June 22, 2010 by Honey

It is time for Nature Study Tuesday and we have been having some fun.

Here is a spider that daddy and the kids found outside the back door. Does anyone know what kind it is? How do I find out what kind of spider this is?

Daddy and the boys found these mysterious tracks in our pathway this week. These tracks were found first thing in the morning. Keep in mind we live in the city. Does anyone know what animal the tracks could be to?