Objective

By the end of this lesson, you will be able to create your own insect-inspired artwork and appreciate the beauty of insects.

Materials and Prep

• Construction paper
• Markers or crayons
• Scissors
• Glue
• Magazines or printed pictures of insects
• Pencil

Before starting the lesson, make sure you have gathered all the materials and have them ready for use.

Activities

1. Introduction to Insects

   Start by showing the student pictures of different insects from the magazines or printed pictures. Discuss their different shapes, colors, and patterns. Talk about how insects have different body parts such as wings, antennae, and legs.

2. Create an Insect Collage

   Give the student a piece of construction paper and ask them to draw their favorite insect using markers or crayons. If they need help, they can trace a printed picture or use their imagination. Then, using scissors, they can cut out the insect and glue it onto the paper to create a collage. Encourage them to add details like wings and legs using additional paper if they wish.

3. Decorate the Insect Collage

   After the collage is complete, ask the student to use markers or crayons to add more details and colors to their insect. They can also draw a background or other insects around it to make the collage more interesting.

4. Show and Tell

   Once the artwork is finished, have the student present their insect collage to you or any family members. Ask them to describe their insect, what they like about it, and why they chose to create it.

Preschool Grade Talking Points

• "Insects are small animals with six legs, wings, and antennae."
• "They come in many different shapes, colors, and patterns."
• "Insects have special body parts that help them survive and move around."
• "Today, we will create our own insect artwork using construction paper, markers, and glue."
• "You can choose your favorite insect to draw or create one from your imagination."
• "After cutting out your insect and gluing it onto the paper, you can add more details and colors to make it look even more beautiful."
• "Once you finish, you can show your artwork to others and tell them about your insect."