Merida has always had a way with insects. Her calm way of handling bugs has helped other kids be less fearful of them.
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There are a lot of things to find that’s interesting, including frogs, reptiles, and her favorite, bugs.
Her favorite animal is a jumping spider because they are very cute with their colored fangs. She likes when they dance.
Looking for bugs! Looking under logs, leaves, and along walls for moths, mantises, and spiders.
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