Working in pairs, each student will be provided with a different insect. That way they will have the opportunity to observe both complete and incomplete metamorphosis. All students will record in a journal not only the progress of their insect, but also the progress of their partner's insect. Comparing the two insects will lead to discussions about insect metamorphosis. To record these observations in a journal.
Introduction Have students discuss what they know about insect life cycles.
Divide students into to groups of two and then provide each with a seemingly empty container. Be sure that each member of the team of two has a different insect. Students will be directed to carefully watch their vials and record their observations in a journal. There are two types of insect metamorphosis, complete and incomplete. During complete metamorphosis, the adult insect lays one or more eggs.