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Insects

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It's a fact: kids love bugs! With this activity, young learners explore reading informational texts and conducting research while learning about their favorite insects. Spark learners' interest by reading a book about one kind of bug and having them record as much information as the can as you read. After sharing this with the class, let each learner pick their favorite bug to research and present on. Note: There are no suggested websites or scaffolding materials included in this resource.

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story sequencing, stories, sequencing, sequence of events, nonfiction, the parts of a book

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insects, nonfiction text, parts of a book, research insects, sequencing a story, science
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Grade
1st - 2nd
Subjects
Science
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Resource Type
Lesson Plans
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For Teacher Use
Duration
3 days
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Year
2011
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