Teacher Resources
Borror, Donald, J., DeLong, Dwight, M., and Triplehorn, Charles A.
An Introduction to the Study of Insects, 5
th
Edition
. Saunders College Publishing, Columbus, OH, 1979. A handy, descriptive informational resource crammed with fascinating illustrations and descriptive detail.
Harvey, Stephanie.
Non-Fiction Matters. Reading, Writing, & Research. Grades 3-8.
Stenhouse Publishers, Portland, ME, January 1, 1998. A helpful resource re: facilitating project-based learning; provides creative alternative frameworks re: interpreting and creating expository text, providing a listing of inquiry tools both in print and electronic reference form.
Gullan, P. J. and Cranston, P. S.
The Insects: An Outline of Entomology, 4
th
Edition.
Wiley-Blackwell, Oxford, England, 2010.
Roberts, Royston M.
Serendipity: Accidental Discoveries in Science.
John Wiley & Sons; 1st Edition, June 28, 1989. An engaging resource highlighting serendipitous scientific discoveries ranging from the "accidental" discovery of quinine to the creation of rubber. Worthwhile read for educators across grade levels, emphasizing immersing ourselves in learning experiences to be equipped for unexpected opportunities.
Ritchart, Ron, Church, Mark, Morrison, Karin.
Making Thinking Visible: How to Promote Engagement, Independence, for ALL Learners.
Jossey-Bass, 1st Edition. San Francisco, CA, May 3, 2011. An empowering resource that promotes higher order thinking via the use of experiential, inquiry-based learning for students across grade levels.
Waldbauer, Gilbert.
The Handy Bug Answer Book.
Visible Ink Press, Detroit, MI, 1998. An inquiry-based resource brimming with invaluable information on arthropods.
The National Audobon Society
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National Audubon Society Field Guide to North American Insects and Spiders
. Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group, New York, 1980.
An exquisitely detailed guide highlighting everything from insect order to insect physiology and adaptation across the globe.
Children's Book Resources
Bulion, Leslie.
Hey There, Stink Bug.
Charlesbridge Publishing. January 15, 2008. An engaging literary creation highlighting a diverse range of insects using engaging poetic form, ranging from haiku to limericks and prose.
Cannon, Jannell.
Crickwing.
Sandpiper Reprint Edition, May 1, 2005. An engaging, multi-disciplinary children's book resource; accentuates the life of a bullied cockroach and his triumphant effort to assist leafcutter ants in combating their predators, a voracious group of army ants. A multidisciplinary masterpiece that transforms Science, Non-Fiction Literature, and Social Development into a fun-filled learning adventure.
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Alitoricida
(Crickwing in Spanish). Sandpiper, March 30, 2001. Spanish edition for bilingual students; useful resource for ELL students.
Kelly, Diane.
Stick Insects.
Kidhaven Press, Farmington Hills, MI, 2005. An intriguing resource crammed with info on phasmids.
Lock, Deborah, Fletcher, Gemma, et al.
Ask A Bug.
Dorling Kindersley Limited, New York, 2011. An informative resource filled with clear-cut info defining insects and bugs.
Ansary, Mir Tamim.
Insects.
Heinnemann Library, Portsmouth, NH, January 1997. Rich in info and photography, provides simple facts regarding insects and how to begin a complete collection.
Taylor, Barbara, Green, Dr. Jen, Farndon, John.
The Big Bug Book: Discover the Amazing World of Beetles, Bugs, Butterflies, Moths, Insect, and Spiders.
JG Press, February 1, 2008. Crammed with life-size photos and in-depth info regarding; will hold a blossoming entomologist's interest for hours.
On-Line Resources
Let's Talk About Insects. http://www.urbanext.uiuc.edu/insects/01.html (accessed February 26, 2013). An engaging interactive website provided by the University of Illinois, offering a wealth of info on diverse groups of insects coupled with fun-filled follow-up assessments.
Insect Morphology. http://www.entomology.umn.edu/cues/4015/morpology/ (accessed July 11, 2013). An amazing website providing photos and detailed info regarding insect metamorphosis across species.
A Walk Through the Woods. http://www.urbanext.uiuc.edu/woods/ (accessed May 7, 2013).Urges students to be keen observers when traveling through woodland regions. Highlights where to look for insects, how to be safe from them and poisonous plants, and more. Good prelude to nature hikes and nature center visits.
http://www.medicinenet.com/bad-bugs-pictures-slideshow/article.htm (accessed June 4, 2013). A visual display of insects harmful to humans. Graphic pictorial images accompanied by captions suited for Grades 3 and up helps to identify bugs and recognize the bites they cause. 29 slides
https://insects.tamu.edu/fieldguide/orders.htm (accessed June 7, 2013). A handy on-line Texas A & M University Department of Entomology resource providing a wealth of info re: insect and non-insect orders, identifying features, classification, and more.
http://www.rothamsted.bbsrc.ac.uk/pie/DeBug/Wallpapers.html (accessed June 4, 2013)
3-D photos of wide variety of insects; good to evoke questions, conjectures, compare and contrast exercises, and more.
"10 Formidable Predators." (accessed May 4, 2013) Fascinating facts regarding ingeniously intriguing predatory insects that include the robber fly, water scorpion, arachnocampa, tiger beetle, antlion, assassin bug, Siafu ants, praying mantis, dragonfly, and Asian tiger hornet.
http://www.insectlore.com (accessed May 4, 2013).On-line retailer through which insect specimens and related supplies can be ordered. Refer to multiple listing within the website. Purchase of select bug gear, insect puzzles, and insect models are available. Ranges in price from $15 to $24 per order.
http://courses.biology.utah.edu/feener/5445/Lecture/Bio5445%20Lecture%2010.pdf (accessed February 10, 2013)
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Insect mouthparts defined based on data gathered by the Entomology Department at the University of Utah.
http://www.cals.ncsu.edu/course/ent425/tutorial/abdomen.html (accessed May 9, 2013)
Insect abdomen defined provided by North Carolina State University.