The book moves beyond simple reading by encouraging students to observe and study insects in their natural habitats.
: Sidebars provide a glimpse into the life of professional entomologists and offer "gross facts" to keep young readers engaged. Key Educational Features Insectigations: 40 Hands-on Activities to Explo...
: Kids can raise mealworms, use math to calculate "bug strength," and test the durability of insect exoskeletons. The book moves beyond simple reading by encouraging
: Activities include building terrariums for observation, creating an "insect amplifier" to hear bugs move, and gardening specifically to attract pollinators like butterflies. Published by Chicago Review Press , it uses
: The guide has received positive reviews from organizations like the National Science Teaching Association (NSTA) and professional entomologists. Where to Find It
by Cindy Blobaum is a highly regarded educational guide designed to turn children into "junior entomologists". Published by Chicago Review Press , it uses interactive projects to teach the science of insects to kids aged 7 to 9. Guide Overview & Activities