Fortunately my computer and the Internet allow me to access bundles of bug information. The book has become a standard part of our camping gear this summer. There are detailed instructions on how to capture, care for and release a variety of insects. Another good software title to check out is Encyclopedias of Nature by DK Multimedia. This extensive collection covers both the animal and plant kingdoms.
Kids can learn about amphibians, reptiles, birds, fungi and, of course, insects.
Bug sites abound on the World Wide Web as well. Each entry includes experiments and photos. But the kids like it. If the insect investigation takes you to a wetland or swamp, check the Froggy page before you go. The kids' teachers, not you, will have to deal with all of this.