Explore the fascinating world of insects, spiders, and crustaceans with this engaging science unit. Students will have fun learning about delicate butterflies, spindly spiders, armies or ants, and other arthropods as they complete hands-on activities and assignments in their very own student journals. This unit requires very few supplies and very little prep time.
Each family will need one copy of the course book and one student journal per child. Don't miss the read-aloud book pack and 7–8 extension book available below to expand learning and immerse your children in the wonder of arthropods!
Lesson 1: Introduction to Arthropods
Lesson 2: Introduction to Insects
Lesson 3: Insect Stations
Lesson 4: Bees and Wasps
Lesson 5: Butterflies
Lesson 6: Ants
Lesson 7: Insect Defenses
Lesson 8: Arachnids
Lesson 9: Crustaceans
Lesson 10: Entomology