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Teaching and Learning about Insects

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These resources provide information for early childhood educators who want to help children investigate insects.

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Books for Children

Though written for elementary age children, the content of these books can be adapted for preschoolers, and the photographs are appealing and informative for any age.

  • Next Time You See a Bee by Emily Morgan
  • Next Time You See a Firefly by Emily Morgan
  • Smithsonian Handbooks: Insects by George C. McGavin

IEL Resources

Web Resources

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About this resource

Setting(s) for which the article is intended:
  • Home
  • Family Child Care
  • Child Care Center
  • Preschool Program
  • Kindergarten

Intended audience(s):
  • Parents / Family
  • Teachers / Service providers

Age Levels (the age of the children to whom the article applies):
Related Illinois Early Learning and Development Standards:
Reviewed: 2022
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