Introduction

So many people are afraid of snakes. Are you one of them? Maybe if you learned more about them, you wouldn't be afraid anymore. Ms. Cebrian has found some websites full of fascinating facts about snakes. Enjoy slithering through the serpent scavenger hunt.

Questions

1. What is one place kingsnakes might be found?
   
   
2. Find one interesting fact about snakes. Hint: Why are they important? What does the venom do? What places have no snakes at all?
   
   
3. How many different types of snakes are there in the world?
   Print out your favorite snake.
   
   
4. Is there anything else you want to know about snakes? Just 'Ask Earl.'
   
   
5. How is the sea snake different from other snakes you have seen?
   
   
6. What do you notice about how snakes move?
   
   

The Internet Resources

• Snake printouts and information
• More information about snakes
• Common Kingsnakes
• The most poisonous snake
• Kingsnake information and video
• Ask Earl

The Big Question

Why do you think so many people are afraid of snakes? What are three things you could tell them to make them less scared?