Second-Grade Soil Scientists A soil scientist visits a classroom with an aquarium complete with soil layers, life-like...		Science and Social Studies: Spiders Students explore how a habitat's influence on a spider is similar to its influence on a human.
Why Mosquitoes Buzz in People's Ears Word Puzzle After reading Why Mosquitoes Buzz in People's Ears, illustrated by Leo and Diane Dillon,...		How the Chinese Use Insects Teach children about the different ways in which the Chinese use insects with a printable...
Communities Vocabulary Use this vocabulary list with the "Communities" lesson.		Kingfisher Knowledge Guide: Dangerous Creatures Teacher's Guide This printable teacher's guide for Dangerous Creatures connects science with...
Communities -- Teacher Checklist Use this assessment tool in conjunction with the "Communities" lesson.		Social Insects Ants, termites, and many bees and wasps are social insects. Educate students about insect life...
What Makes Your Hive Thrive? Worksheet A visit to a virtual honeybee hive illustrates what it takes to make a successful community.