Foss Science

Foss Science is an "inquiry based science curriculum" I have seen it used in several schools in the area. Generally, kits are sent to schools, and the teachers use the materials to teach units that go along with the CA Science content standards.

http://www.fossweb.com/modulesK-2/index.html takes you to see all the units Foss has, and links you to activities for each of the units.

The Insects Module has some fun activites. The insect hunt lets students learn about insects, and identifying them. The Media link includes videos of insects doing various things. Ask A Scientist provides various questions kids may ask, and scientific informative answers.

There is also a link for Teacher/Parent Info. This link provides a Home/School Connection, which provides parents with extension activities to do at home, Vocabulary,which provides a glossary of terms in English and in Spanish, and Teacher Resources which includes Duplication Masters, teacher prep videos and audio stories

This website is a GREAT resource, and even if your school doesnt use Foss, you can still access these awesome resources!

http://www.fossweb.com/modulesK-2/Insects/index.html