In the beloved classic children’s story, Charlotte’s Web, Charlotte makes her egg case in the fall before she dies. She explains to her friend, Wilbur, that the spiderlings will emerge in the spring.

Are these egg cases or something else preserved outside in a corner of a second story window? Perhaps the spider wrapped insects caught in its web. I will be watching! If you see old webs when you are outside, look to see if they contain an egg case.

Click here to view full screen. Grateful animals are no longer in cages! Discuss why with your children.

Teach children to care for the unlovable and they will grow to be compassionate.