Spring Week: Insects, Worms and Snakes
We’re loving reading and learning about and finding all the bugs, worms and snakes in our yard. The bee café in particular is a big hit at our house.
Books
Animals, Animals (a poetry collection)
The Marvin and James Series: The Miniature World of Marvin and James, James to the Rescue, Trouble at School for Marvin and James, Marvin and James Save the Day and Elaine Helps!, A Trip to the Country for Marvin and James.
Nature Anatomy: The Curious Parts and Pieces of the Natural World
Video Clips
A Simple Way to Tell Insects Apart
Why and How do Spittlebugs Make Bubbles?
The Metamorphosis of a Dragonfly
The Hidden Beauty of Pollination
Podcasts
Wow in the World: Good Habitat Keeping (spittlebugs)
Wow in the World: Exploding Ants
Brains On: Ants Who’s in Charge Here?
Brains On: Walking on Walls: How do Ants and Spiders do it?
Smash, Boom, Best: Snakes vs Spiders
Games
Projects and Printables
How to Turn Garden Clippings Into Striking Insect Sculptures