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Which subject	Science
What topic	Insects
What length (min)	30
What age group	Reception / Kindergarten
Class size	20
What curriculum
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Number of slides	5
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Lesson plan

Topic

Insects

Objectives

Students will identify and categorize common insects.
Students will understand the basic characteristics that define insects.
Students will learn about the habitats of various insects.

Materials

Pictures of different insects (e.g., butterfly, ant, bee, ladybug)
Insect classification chart
Handouts featuring fun facts about insects
Craft materials (construction paper, scissors, glue, markers)
Magnifying glasses (if available)
Whiteboard and markers

Grade/Age Group

Reception / Kindergarten

Subject

Science

Class Size

20 students

National Curriculum Standards

This lesson aligns with the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) for K-2, focusing on understanding structure and function in the natural world.

Lesson Structure

Step Number	Step Title	Length (minutes)	Details
1	Introduction to Insects	5	Begin with a short discussion on what insects are. Show pictures and ask students to name any insects they know. Introduce the term "insect" and its basic characteristics (three body parts, six legs, exoskeleton).
2	Insect Characteristics	10	Use the insect classification chart to teach students about the key characteristics of insects. Discuss common insects they may find in their environment. Engage students in a conversation about where they might see these insects.
3	Observational Activity	5	If possible, allow students to use magnifying glasses to observe pictures of insects more closely. Encourage them to point out features like wings, legs, and antennae. Discuss what they see and how it helps insects survive.
4	Creative Craft Activity	8	Have students create their own insects using craft materials. They can design their insects and use the characteristics discussed earlier. Encourage creativity and application of knowledge.
5	Wrap-Up and Review	2	Conclude the lesson with a quick review of what they learned about insects. Ask students to share their favorite insect they created and one new fact they learned.
6	Homework Assignment	2	Provide students with a simple handout that includes a drawing of an insect and lines for them to write two facts about it. This will be checked without presentations to the class.

Homework

Students will complete a handout that includes a drawing of their favorite insect and write two facts they learned about insects. This will be collected at the beginning of the next class for review.