Insects

Grade 2

Full Option Science System (FOSS)

FOSS Web

Narrative Summary:

The Insects module provides experiences that heighten students awareness of the diversity of animal forms.  They come to know firsthand the life sequence of a number of insects.  In each activity an insect is introduced, and students observe structures and behaviors, discuss their findings, and ask questions.  Students observe life cycles of insects and compare the stages of metamorphosis exhibited by each species.

GEMSNET Insects

FOSS Insects Module Matrix

Check out the 2006 "Unit Designs" -
a correlation to RI GSE's using the Understanding by Design format