What Should You Do If You See a Snake or Scorpion Outdoors?

What Crafty Clover says in this video

Intro

Hi there, curious minds! I'm Crafty Clover! Let's discover something amazing. What should you do if you see a snake or scorpion outdoors?

The Big Idea

If you see a snake or scorpion outdoors, stay calm, back away slowly, and tell a grown-up right away! Most wild animals do not want to bother people. They will go away if left alone.

Stop and Stay Calm

Step one: stop and stay calm. Stop where you are, and take a slow breath. Quick, scared movements are not needed, and running can make an animal feel startled.

Back Away

Step two: back away slowly. Give the animal plenty of room, at least a few big steps, so it can slip away. Never touch, poke, or try to catch one, even a small one.

Tell a Grown-up

Step three: tell a grown-up. Tell a grown-up right away, so they can keep everyone safe. In dry places, grown-ups also shake out shoes before putting them on, and look before reaching under rocks.

A Closer Look

Let's take a closer look! First, stop. Stay calm. Then back away slowly. And tell a grown-up.

Quick Facts

Quick facts! Most snakes are not dangerous to people, and they help control pests. They eat mice and bugs that can harm crops, so they are good neighbors. Scorpions hide under rocks and in dark spots during the day. Look first, and never reach where you cannot see.

Think Like a Scientist

Now, practice with a friend! One person pretends to see a snake. The other shows the steps: stop, back away, tell a grown-up. Run the drill twice. Share what you discover with a grown-up.

Outro

Stop, back away, and tell a grown-up, and the animal and you both stay safe. Science is amazing! Crafty Clover can be found on Amazon Books, Google Bookstore, and Apple Books. Available for purchase or download! Bye for now!