The life beneath it's wings

Introduction

 

Where do butterflies come from?

The butterfly wants to learn more about his life as he was growing up. What are his stages? Can you help the butterfly?

You and your group will explore many interesting facts about butterflies. You will learn the stages in the butterfly life cycle!
Task

You will help the butterfly learn about each stage of his life. Your teacher will read many stories about butterflies and caterpillars. After listening to these stories, you and your group will visit some websites to learn more about your stage of the life cycle. You will also watch video clips about the changes in that cycle. Next, your group will demonstrate to the class what happens in the butterflies life cycle stages. Finally, your group will present your research about butterflies.

Process
 

First, your teacher will ask you what you know about butterflies and caterpillars.  Then your teacher will read you some fun books about butterflies and caterpillars before you begin this webquest.

 

  Second, your teacher will assign you a group (partner) to work with. Please cooperate and share ideas with each other.

 

 (Task 1)Next your group will explore the webquest sites to see pictures and video clips of the life cycle of the butterfly.

 

 Egg: The first stage of the butterfly lifecycle is the egg stage. The egg will hatch in a few days to 9 months.  http://www.learner.org/jnorth/tm/monarch/jr/Egg_Hatch.html

 

 Caterpillar: The second stage of the butterfly lifecycle is the caterpillar stage. This stage lasts from 2 weeks to 1 month. Caterpillars eat leafy plants.  http://www.learner.org/jnorth/tm/monarch/CaterpillarFeast.html

 

 Chrysalis: The third stage of the butterfly lifecycle is the chrysalis stage. The caterpillar will stay inside for a few days or many months. http://www.learner.org/jnorth/tm/monarch/ChrysalisEcloseClip1.html

 

 Butterfly: The final stage of the butterfly lifecycle is the butterfly stage. A butterfly can live for a few days or 6-12 months. http://www.learner.org/jnorth/tm/monarch/ChrysalisEcloseClip1.html

 

 (Task 2)Your group will write the information you learn on the recording sheet. Your teacher will give you the recording booklet (see attachments).

 

 (Task 3)Your group will create a craft to show your stage of the life cycle. Your teacher will give you directions and materials.

 

 egg craft: http://www.easy-child-crafts.com/spring-kid-crafts.html

 

 Caterpillar craft: http://www.dltk-kids.com/crafts/insects/mcaterpillar.htm

 

 chrysalis craft: http://www.hhmi.org/coolscience/butterfly/index.html

 

 butterfly craft: http://www.dltk-kids.com/crafts/insects/mbutterfly.html

 

 (Task 4)Discuss with your group what you have learned.

 

 (Task 5)Share your knowledge and craft of your life cycle stage with the class.

 

 (Task 6)Finally, visit a few fun sites.

 

 Videos: http://www.amnh.org/exhibitions/butterflies/cams.php

 

 virtual tour: http://www.amnh.org/exhibitions/butterflies/tour.html

 

 games: http://www.milkweedcafe.com/ClubCathome.htm

 

 http://www.yesnet.yk.ca/schools/jackhulland/projects/butterflies/

 

 
Evaluation
Evaluation Rubric
  Beginning 1 Developing 2 Very Good 3 Exemplary 4 Score
Cooperation Student did not participate and work with partner. Student did participate but did minimal work. Student participated and contributed to the final product. Student participated and actively contributed to the group and the final product. %25
Research Student did not view videos, research their stage of the life cycle, or record information on recording pages. Student did view video, research their stage of the life cycle, and partially recorded infromation on recording pages with 3 or more errors. Student viewed video, researched their stage of the life cycle, and completed recording pages with 1-2 errors Student viewed videos, researched their stage of the life cycle, and documented information in appropriate areas with no errors. %25
Craft Student did not help create the life cycle stage craft. Student did help create the life cycle stage craft, but participation was limited. Student helped create the life cycle stage craft, and participation was adequate. Student was an active participant in the creation of the life cycle stage craft. %25
Presentation Student did not participate in the presentation, information was inaccurate. Student participated minimally in presentation, information was somewhat accurate. Student participated in presentation, information was accurate. Student was an active participant in the presentation and the information was accurate. %25

Conclusion

Congratulations on doing a wonderful job!

Your butterfly and classmates have learned so much from you!

Your teacher is proud of your cooperation in your group!

 

Credits
Teacher Page

Teachers,

In this webquest the students will be researching the four stages of the butterfly lifecycle. First prior knowledge is engaged during stories and dialogue. The students are invited to proceed to the task section. Clear explainations and learning expectations are stated here.

The scoring guide is avaliable in the evaluation section.

Cooperation is encouraged through group work.

The conclusion thanks the students for working hard as a team.

They are envited to play some fun butterfly and caterpillar games.