Learners explore the life cycles of insects and how they interact with each other in the prairie to create a healthy ecosystem and viable food chain. They list animals or insects in their own community that are similar to the prairie...

Second graders identify and list the four main stages of a life cycle of a butterfly. In this butterfly lesson plan, 2nd graders use the internet and videos to learn about the life cycle and be able to list them on their own.

For this life cycle or frogs worksheet, students read 8 paragraphs, order them appropriately, and respond to 9 short answer questions pertaining to the reading.

In this 5 question insect worksheet, students label, draw, and circle correct answers about metamorphosis, mimics, and environments for insect survival.

Using computers, Students work in small groups and progress through the roles of Explorer, Researcher, Designer, and Evaluator as they study the life cycle of plants, insects, butterflies and frogs.

Third graders review the life cycle of a frog. They use the computer to research specific information about their frog and write a descriptive paragraph using the information obtained on the computer. They access websites imbedded in...

Fourth graders explore life cycles and the metamorphic process. In this life science lesson, 4th graders work in groups to study a group of creatures and metamorphosis. Students view examples of metamorphic and non-metamorphic life...

Learners read The Very Hungry Caterpillar by Eric Carle, and practice fine motor skills by using scissors and newsprint strips, and balloons to create paper mache caterpillars.

Students define adaptation and highlight example of adaptation in birds and other animals. They study feeding techniques of seabirds and investigate the effect that trash has on wildlife.