We also discussed which inchworm was shortest, which one was the longest, and put them in order of increasing length.Ī Butterfly is Patient and Caterpillar to Butterfly Craft We learned about measuring with a ruler-lining up the ruler to one end of the object and reading the number off the ruler where the object ended. I made cute little worms for a fun measuring activity by cutting green pipe cleaners into different lengths and adding googly eyes to make them into cute little worms. Fun fact- inchworms are moth larvae, which makes them a counterpart to caterpillars. We read Inch By Inch by Leo Lionni, a story about a clever inchworm who escapes being eaten by hungry birds with his ability to measure anything. Related: We love this Bugs Activity pack too! Insect Books and Activity Pairings Inch By Inch and Measuring Activity Note to teachers: This unit study would be a wonderful addition to your classroom lesson plans too. The resources here are perfect for kids ages 3-7 but can be easily adapted for older children as well. Whether your child is fascinated by insects or a little fearful of them, I am so excited to share our favorite ideas for creating a fun and beautiful insect-themed unit study with books, activities, games, and printables that you will enjoy with your little learner. We found so much unexpected beauty and wonder in studying these little critters after all, insects are the largest and most diverse group of organisms on Earth and it’s mind-blowing to think that most insect species are still unnamed! So, it was such a pleasant surprise that our week-long journey learning all about insects totally changed our minds! My three-year-old was definitely of the opinion that bugs are “yucky” and admittedly I mostly agreed with her-we’re just not fond of creepy, crawly things. Most kids likely fall into one of two camps: bugs are cool or bugs are gross. ![]() ![]() ![]() More of Our Favorite Insect Activities for Preschoolers.Math Insect Activities for Preschoolers and Kindergarteners.Science Insect Activities for Preschoolers and Kindergarteners.More Insect Books For Preschoolers and Kindergarteners.
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