Identifying Bugs

2nd GradeScience25 min

Learning Objective

I can identify different types of bugs.

Lesson Flow

Watch Video

8 min

10 Interesting Insects || Insects for Kids || Bugs for Kids

Socratica Kids

Guided Notes

5 min

Key concepts students will learn:

  • Insects have six legs, three body parts, and a hard outer shell called an exoskeleton.

  • Butterflies have brightly colored wings and drink nectar from flowers, while moths are usually active at night and have thicker bodies.

  • Bees live in hives, make honey, and the worker bees alert each other to new plants by doing a waggle dance.

Practice

10 min

3 questions • Multiple choice & Short answer

Exit Ticket

5 min

Name three types of bugs that you might find in your backyard.

Teacher Guide

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