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Insects Everywhere! 1
Lesson Objectives
Core Content Objectives
Students will:
Explain that insects are the largest group of animals on Earth
Explain that there are many different types of insects
Explain that most insects live solitary lives, but some, such as
honeybees, paper wasps, ants, and termites, are social
Explain that insects live in virtually every habitat on Earth, with
the exception of the oceans
Language Arts Objectives
Students will:
The following language arts objectives are addressed in this
lesson. Objectives aligning with the Common Core State
Standards are noted with the corresponding standard in
parentheses. Refer to the Alignment Chart for additional standards
addressed in all lessons in this domain.
With assistance, categorize and organize facts and information
from “Insects Everywhere!” to determine in which habitats
insects can be found (W.2.8)
Generate questions and gather information from multiple
sources to answer questions about insects (W.2.8)
Ask questions to clarify directions for a research and writing
activity involving insects (SL.2.3)
Add drawings to descriptions of insects to clarify ideas,
thoughts, and feelings (SL.2.5)
Explain the meaning of “eaten out of house and home” and use
in appropriate contexts (L.2.6)
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