In groups, collect new specimens or use those the group has previously obtained to identify true bugs from other insects. Each group will analyze their specimens and glue or tape them under the correct heading after having discussed it as a group. The teacher will circulate between groups and ask group members at random why they decided to place a particular specimen under a certain heading. Have students label them on the chart. Day 2 Review the characteristics of true bugs and insects.
True bugs have soda straw mouths made for poking into plants or drinking the blood of animals.
Bugs have four wings or no wings at all. True bugs have a triangle pattern on the back. Charts will be displayed. Paragraphs may be collected for a grade or shared in groups or with the class for reinforcement of the concept. Why or Why Not Please write answer in paragraph form.