Bug Day / Insect Body Parts Challenge
Insect Body Parts Challenge
Children label the head, thorax and abdomen on insect diagrams and models, then test each other in a quick quiz.
How to run it
- Show a large insect diagram and name the three body parts, six legs and antennae.
- Give pairs blank diagrams or models and label cards.
- Have pairs label their insect, then swap and check another pair's work.
- Finish with a quick-fire quiz where children point to the part called out.
You will need
- insect diagrams
- insect models
- label cards
- pencils
Make it easier or harderSimplify with picture-matching labels for younger children; add wings, spiracles and compound eyes for older ones.
My Time Our Place · Outcome 4, Outcome 5Labelling and quizzing builds scientific vocabulary and confident communication.
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