This we know, kids are fascinated by bugs! From centipedes to cicadas, our popular insect program capitalizes on students’ enthusiasm for invertebrates of all kinds. In addition to key insect anatomy, students also learn how to forage like a bee and explore like an ant. And of course, our local forest provides an excellent opportunity for students to catch, observe and release a variety of invertebrates.
Environment Centre Program
It’s a Bug’s Life
Resources:
Get to Know your Bugs!
National Geographic Kids’ Insect Centre
https://www.natgeokids.com/uk/category/discover/animals/insects/
Fun Bee Activities & Resources
https://www.wholekidsfoundation.org/bee-activities/
Let’s Craft!
Make Spin Art Butterflies
Post Visit Activities: (if applicable)
- Create a Bug Hotel
https://babbledabbledo.com/science-for-kids-diy-insect-hotel/
- Design and Create a Pollinator Garden
https://seewhatgrows.org/kids-guide-beneficial-bugs-garden/
https://cwf-fcf.org/en/resources/DIY/outside/perfect-pollinator-garden.html
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Curriculum Links:
Science & Technology
Grade 1: Needs and Characteristics of Living Things
Grade 2: Growth and Changes in Animals
Grade 3: Growth and Changes in Plants
The Arts
Grade 1-3: Visual Arts (Creating and Presenting)
* Curriculum links for this program are based on “The Ontario Curriculum, Grades 1-8: Science and Technology“
Feel free to contact us about modifying programs to suit older or younger students.
Pathway to Stewardship & Kinship
Landmarks -
6. Play in Nature Often
7. Share Books, Songs, and Games about Nature
12. Meet the Friends in your Neighbourhood
14. Learn New Outdoor Activities
15. Try: Gardening, Feeding Birds, Finding Critters, Exploring
United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
