Introduction
How do you know what makes a bug an insect? Is a bee an insect? What about a spider? Now that we finished reading Bugs are Insects by Anne Rockwell, you will explore more about insects and demonstrate your knowledge through online activities.
Task
You will list and describe six different facts you found interesting from the book. You will also have the chance to identify and learn about various insects through an interactive website. Finally, you will compare and contrast insects and arachnids (spiders).
You may borrow the classroom copy or listen to the book online to refresh your memory.
Process
1. First you will create a Super 6 chart about the insects for the book Bugs are Insects. Identify 6 interesting things you learned from the book, describe one in each box, and include an illustration.
My Super Six
Instructions:Choose 6 interesting things that you have discovered from your reading. Record one in each of the 6 boxes below. Describe your learning with detail and a diagram or illustration in the space provided.
Book Title: Bugs are Insects Author: Anne Rockwell
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2. Learn the difference between insects and arachnids, then compare and contrast the two with the Venn Diagram you were provided. Provide at least 3 examples of each.
http://www.ducksters.com/animals/bugs.php
Evaluation
Super 6
Interesting Fact - 12 points - 2 points for each detailed description
Illustration - 6 points - 1 point each
18 points possible.
Venn Diagram
1 point will be given for each detail on your Venn Diagram. There is a total of 9 points.
27 points possible for completing the webquest
Conclusion
Now that you have learned more about identifying insects, you may explore insect games at the following website:
http://interactivesites.weebly.com/insects-and-bugs.html
When you have finished, discuss you favorite insect with a partner. Also, tell them about something interesting you learned today.
Credits
Book cover image: https://delightfulchildrensbooks.com/2011/08/30/insects/
Youtube video by linha1987