Signs of Spring
Insects
Activities
Activity 1
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See how many of each insect you can find.
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Write your count next to each insect.
Activity 2
Build or draw your own insect
All Insects have 3 Main Body Parts
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The Head: on the head you will find eyes, mouth and antennae
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The Thorax: the thorax is the middle body part, usually has the wings and legs attached to it. Most insects have 6 legs, not all insects have wings
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The Abdomen: This is usually the biggest part, inside it has the insect’s digestive system.
Create your own Insect using materials you choose: ie paper, markers, Legos, blocks, recycled boxes, pipecleaners, q tips, You get to choose. Make sure your insects has it’s 3 main body parts and please don’t forget to name your insect too.
Activity 3
Roll a bug - Movement Game
Instructions: Roll a dice, see what number you rolled, act out the insect action that matches the number