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Exciting Entomology: What Are Insects? How Do We Classify Them? Spin the Wheel!
Jheanelle Roebbelen (She/Her) Entomologist
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:(241)
A beginning look at the classification of animals and how to recognize an insect.
Class Experience
US Grade Kindergarten - 1
In this introductory class, learners will start by thinking critically about the animals around them. This base will be built upon to understand the concept of classification, as it relates to objects and living things. The lesson will move on to a detailed discussion about the similarities and differences of some common animals, so that they will understand why an insect is an insect. Learners will be able to differentiate insects from spiders and other arthropods with follow up activities....
- Students will be able to define and identify an insect. Students will be able to organize objects based off of their similarities and differences. Students will also be able to explain why other animals are not insects.
0 - 1 hours per week outside of class
Homework
Frequency: includedFeedback: includedDetails: Optional activity sheets will be provided.
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined June, 2020
5.0
241reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
2 Degrees
Bachelor's Degree in Science from University of Guelph
Associate's Degree in Science from Niagara College
Hello! I offer learners the opportunity to dig deep into the fields of entomology, greenhouse growing, and academic writing. I have a bachelors in Biological Sciences and a diploma in Greenhouse Technology. I have been teaching for over 5 years...
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Group Class
$7
per classMeets once
35 min
Completed by 72 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 5-7
1-4 learners per class
