Engaging resources that help busy teachers challenge their students. My resources inspire students to solve problems using creative and critical thinking. I'm a member of BEN - Biomimicry Educational Network - and a curator of educational resources at BEN. Download my free "Project-based learning Giraffes" now to see how my resources can inspire your students to solve problems and help you create a learning environment in your classroom that is fascinating and captivating.
Engaging resources that help busy teachers challenge their students. My resources inspire students to solve problems using creative and critical thinking. I'm a member of BEN - Biomimicry Educational Network - and a curator of educational resources at BEN. Download my free "Project-based learning Giraffes" now to see how my resources can inspire your students to solve problems and help you create a learning environment in your classroom that is fascinating and captivating.
Looking for something exciting for a project based learning unit? These space posters inspire students to ask questions about space. The posters contain facts and interesting observations that can be used for further research.
“Why is it more likely to find life on a purple planet than on a pink planet?”
17 inspiring Space posters.
The resource contains the following posters:
Sun
Mercury
Venus
Earth
Moon
Mars
Jupiter
Saturn
Uranus
Neptune
Pluto
Pink and Purple Planets
Exoplanets
Aliens
Mind-boggling
Mind-bogglin
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• This download consists of two PDF files, UK and US spelling and size.
#space #poster #STEAM #STEM #NGSS #alien#sparkingchildrensthinkibility #thinkdive #asajomard #tes #KS1
Looking for something exciting for a project based learning unit? This resource focuses on the study of plastic pollution and sea turtles. This is a lesson plan that will guide you through the process of using activities to inspire students to ask questions, study plastic pollution and use creative thinking to explore ideas.
Explore the problems with plastic pollution from the perspective of a sea turtle. The focus of this resource is on exploring ways to minimise plastic pollution.
Cover
Pocket with interesting things
Make a puzzle with pocket. x3
Different species of sea turtles - endangered
Questions about pollution
My ideas to reduce plastic waste
What I know, What I want to learn, What I learned?
A sea turtle has, can, is
Imagination challenge - why does a sea turtle eat plastic?
Brainstorm a solution
My invention
Write a story - 3 writing prompts
#plasticpollution #plastic #sea #seaturtle #biomimicry #NGSS #KS1 #sparkingchildrensthinkibility #asajomard #tes
Looking for something exciting for a project based learning unit? This resource focuses on the study of what the Earth looked during the latest ice age. This is a lesson plan that will guide you through he fascinating times on Earth when ice sheets and glacier ice expanded to cover large areas of land. The activities are designed to inspire students to ask questions, and use critical thinking to explore this time period.
This package contains:
Introduction - What we know and what we want to know
Two posters Ice Age and Ice Age Animals, color and black and white versions
What I know about the Ice Age
Ways to find out about the Ice Age
What is an Ice Age?
Facts about the Ice Age
Why does the ice age happen?
Ask the Ice Age Hunter questions about the Ice Age.
Ice Age Hunter vs Me
What if you could travel back in time?
Compare and Contrast – Glacial and Interglacial
Tricky but cool words
My Gallery of Ice Age Animals - Mammoth
My Gallery of Ice Age Animals
Fossil Frenzy What if I found a bone?
Story writing prompt
How do we know mammoths existed?
Digging for bones
Ice age animal or not an ice age animal - What do you think?
Ice Age Art – What did they look like?
Bring Back the Woolly Mammoth
Story writing planning - Ice Age Mystery
Write and Ice Age Mystery
What if story writing prompt
Shape poem
Mind mapping
Some interesting things that I have learned
Cave art example
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#mammoth #iceage #fossil #steam #stem #sparkingchildrensthinkibility #thinkdive #asajomard
Snow and snowflakes capture children’s imagination. This project based learning unit focuses on the life cycle of snowflakes. This is a lesson plan that will guide you through the process of using steam activities to inspire students to ask questions.
This package contains:
How many snowflakes can you see?
Life cycle cards
Different types of snowflake cards
Think diving - What is the connection between ice crystals and a snowflake?
Fun facts
Snow Words
Sparkling Crystal Dictionary + Add your own words
Ask the Snowman Sparkling Questions about Snowflakes and Crystals
How Does a Snowflake Grow?
Can you make a giant snowflake?
Describe a snowflake
How to grow a snowflake?
Imagine strong winds
Random inspiration and Symmetry Using a Snowflake Dice (template included)
Imagine different colors
Snowflake Math Detective
Story writing - What if the seasons get mixed up?
Reviews of other Sparking Children’s Thinkibility products:
Project based learning: Bats, STEAM, Biomimicry
“This product is absolutely the favorite one I have purchased all fall! I love the information that is provided about bats - just enough to intrigue and encourage higher level thinking. There are graphic organizers, worksheets, and subtle suggestions to help young learners perform at their best! And best of all, it stretches their creativity! Thanks for such an amazing resource!”
Project based learning: Mammals, Reptiles & Amphibians - STEAM, Biomimicry, NGSS
“Used this for a Kindergarten STEAM club unit and it was a hit!”
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#snow #snowflake #lifecycle #crystal #math #symmetry #weather #steam #stem #NGSS #sparkingchildrensthinkibility #thinkdive #asajomard #tpt #projectbasedlearning
Looking for something about viruses and coronavirus for Google Classroom? This project based learning unit focuses on the study of virus. To gain a deeper understanding of viruses and coronavirus, there are slides with links to carefully selected videos.
This resource contains
What is coronavirus?
What is virus?
Describe a virus.
Interesting facts about viruses.
Bacteria vs Virus.
What is coronavirus - videos.
What is covid-19?
Why are people worried?
What if you catch coronavirus?
Antibodies.
Can viruses jump from animals to humans?
Where did the new coronavirus come from?
Is there a cure?
Vaccines.
What can you do?
What can I do to fight the virus and slow it down?
What have I learned?
Important ideas I have explored.
What do I receive?
This product is an online resource.
What do I need?
This resource works great with laptops, iPads, and Chromebooks. If using iPads, the Google Slides app will give you the best experience.
How do I use?
This paperless resource can be used independently, with partners, in small groups, and even whole group as a class lesson. It can be used in Science Centers.
Questions?
If you have any questions or issues with this resource, please feel free to email me at maliasa@live.com
I will be happy to try to help you!
IMPORTANT: These are digital resources, so please only purchase this resource if you have the capabilities in your classroom to use it. You need resources such as computers, laptops, or tablets, Internet access, and a Google account.
Reviews of other Sparking Children’s Thinkibility products:
Project based learning: Bats, STEAM, Biomimicry
“This product is absolutely the favorite one I have purchased all fall! I love the information that is provided about bats - just enough to intrigue and encourage higher level thinking. There are graphic organizers, worksheets, and subtle suggestions to help young learners perform at their best! And best of all, it stretches their creativity! Thanks for such an amazing resource!”
Project Based Learning, Insects, Lapbook - STEAM, Biomimicry
A very comprehensive, thorough, and unique resource to teach elementary students about biomimicry! An excellent addition to any biology unit!
#googleclassroom #virus #coronavirus #sparkingchildrensthinkibility #thinkdive #asajomard #tes #projectbasedlearning #IndependentWorkPackets #distancelearning
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”We need a ‘concrete plan’ for climate action.”
Ask Greta questions
Things that Greta has said or done
Venn diagram - Is it fine for students to miss school to protest about the environment?
Malizia 2 Sailing, science and education
What will happen as the Earth gets warmer?
How does climate change affect us?
”And then I want you to act.”
”We need a ‘concrete plan’ for climate action.”
Biomimicry - What can we learn from ants about ways to act to make the world a better place?
Extra, extra read all about it
Climate change reporter - Write a story
This resource contains two files, UK and US spelling and size.
#gretathunberg #schoolstrikeforclimate #skolstrejkforklimatet #fridayforfuture #malizia2 #biomimicry #sparkingchildrensthinkibility #asajomard #tes
This project based learning unit focuses on the life cycle of bees but it also extends the understanding of the different stages. This is a lesson plan that will guide you through the process of using biomimicry and steam activities to inspire students to ask questions, study animals and plants, and use creative thinking to explore ideas.
This package contains:
Cards
Can you identify the different stages?
What is the connection between a larva and a bee?
What do larvae and bees eat?
Fun Facts
Metamorphosis Poem
Bee words - make your own dictionary
Ask the larva Sparkling Questions about pupae and bees
Larave are. . .
Bees are. . .
Life cycle
Plan a bee story
Story writing - 2 prompts - queen bees, workers and drones
Bears do love honey - design a trap
Beeswax and Flowers
How to throw the perfect honey party
Can you name the body parts?
When is a bee a bee? - bee, wasp or bumblebees
Waggle dance
Bee’s knees - biomimicry
Bee’s eyes - biomimicry
Hexagons - biomimicry
Assessment - reflection upon learning
Reviews of other Sparking Children’s Thinkibility products:
Project based learning: Bats, STEAM, Biomimicry
“This product absolutely the favorite one I have purchased all fall! I love the information that is provided about bats - just enough to intrigue and encourage higher level thinking. There are graphic organizers, worksheets, and subtle suggestions to help young learners perform at their best! And best of all, it stretches their creativity! Thanks for such an amazing resource!”
Project based learning: Mammals, Reptiles & Amphibians - STEAM, Biomimicry, NGSS
“Used this for a Kindergarten STEAM club unit and it was a hit!”
Why am I qualified to write these biomimicry resources? I am a member of BEN - Biomimicry Education Network - and a curator of educational resources at BEN. I am the author of the book Biomimicry with Theo & Tuva: Nature spotting inspires wild ideas. In 2015, I completed a course in Biomimicry: A Sustainable Design Methodology at Minneapolis College of Art and Design.
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#honeybee #waggledance #NGSS # projectbasedlearning #beelifecycle #biomimicry #steam #stem #sparkingchildrensthinkibility #thinkdive #asajomard
This project-based learning resource focuses on the environment. Students will be encouraged to search for positive solutions while they are exploring challenging topics such as endangered animals, plastic pollution, and recycling. There is also a resource about Greta Thunberg.
The Environment Bundle is a wonderful way of introducing your students to care for our Earth.
#climatechange #earthday #plasticpollution #endangeredanimals #recycle #turtle #gretathunberg #biomimicry #sparkingchildrensthinkibility #thinkdive #asajomard #KS1
Looking for something exciting for a project based learning unit? This resource focuses on the study of woodland animals. This is a lesson plan that will guide you through the process of using biomimicry and steam activities to inspire students to ask questions, study forest animals and use creative thinking to explore ideas.
These activities are fun and engaging. And great brain workout!
Why Teach Biomimicry
Getting Started Guide
How to Observe and Collect Information about mammals & plants
What we know and what we want to know
What I know about woodland
A hedgehog has, can, is
I love hedgehogs because. . .
What if I was a hedgehog? - Protection Helmet
Terrific Noses
A porcupine has, can, is
Compare and contrast - venn diagram - spines, quills
A sharp idea
Biomimicry poem
Nutty Facts & Observations
Why does a squirrel flick its tail?
Quick squirrel ideas
Design challenge - words
Feather poem
I love birds because . . .
Bird’s Nest - little or low value
Design challenge - bird’s nest
What it feels like to use the invention - story writing
Fox dance
Invent a dancing robot, spy camera, or toy inspired by the eyes of the fox.
Doodling gallery
Helicopter seeds
Parachutes, fans, wind energy, spacecraft
What I learned
Explain the coolest idea
How to use biomimicry in the classroom - inspiration and ideas
Links to videos and information
Biomimicry Lapbook
Reviews of other Sparking Children’s Thinkibility products:
Project based learning: Bats, STEAM, Biomimicry
“This product is absolutely the favorite one I have purchased all fall! I love the information that is provided about bats - just enough to intrigue and encourage higher level thinking. There are graphic organizers, worksheets, and subtle suggestions to help young learners perform at their best! And best of all, it stretches their creativity! Thanks for such an amazing resource!”
Project based learning: Mammals, Reptiles & Amphibians - STEAM, Biomimicry, NGSS
“Used this for a Kindergarten STEAM club unit and it was a hit!”
Why am I qualified to write these biomimicry resources? I am a member of BEN - Biomimicry Education Network - and a curator of educational resources at BEN. I am the author of the book Biomimicry with through Theo & Tuva: Nature spotting inspires wild ideas. In 2015, I completed a course in Biomimicry: A Sustainable Design Methodology at Minneapolis College of Art and Design.
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#animals #biomimicry #steam #stem #sparkingchildrensthinkibility #thinkdive #asajomard
Looking for something exciting for a project based learning unit? This resource focuses on the study of animals in the snow. This is a lesson plan that will guide you through the process of using biomimicry and steam activities to inspire students to ask questions, study nature and use creative thinking to explore ideas.
Animals do the most amazing things in the snow. Some of the things they do can be used to design cities and jumping robots.
These activities are fun and engaging.
The booklet contains the following animals:
Fox, Polar Bear, Squirrel, Arctic hare, Snowshoe hare, Ptarmigan Seal, Reindeer/Caribou
Introduction to biomimicry
What I know about foxes
Ways to find out about foxes
Fox observations
Blending in with the white world
Invisibility challenge
Fox mousing robot
Squirrels have great paws
Snow digging machine
Warm snow city
Polar bears are fascinating
Feet like a polar bear
Picture inspiration - polar bear challenge
Ask the Arctic hare questions
Ask a Biomimicrist Talkshow
Super legs and feet
Design a Shoe kit
Acrostic poem
What if I was a Seal
Stiff hairs with good grip!
What if I was a seal? Invent a wet suit or a . . .
Whiskers
Whiskers - story writing
I am in awe of reindeer-caribou because. . .
Facts about reindeer-caribou
Chasing a thief challenge
Eyes that change color
Mind maps
What I have learned
Ptamigan Feather Test - How to use in the classroom
How to use mind maps in the classroom
How to use biomimicry in the classroom
Links and book tips
2 posters
Why am I qualified to write these biomimicry resources? I am a member of BEN - Biomimicry Education Network - and a curator of educational resources at BEN. I am the author of the book Biomimicry with Theo & Tuva: Nature spotting inspires wild ideas. In 2015, I completed a course in Biomimicry: A Sustainable Design Methodology at Minneapolis College of Art and Design.
This resource contains two files, UK and US spelling and size.
#animals #snow #winter #biomimicry #steam #stem #sparkingchildrensthinkibility #thinkdive #asajomard
You can use random inspiration as a tool to teach children to create their own story prompts. Random is often not a very positive word so we have to teach children to embrace the idea of randomness. Randomness lies at the very heart of creative thinking.
Pages with random inspiration
Mind map - Ideas for the story
Plan your story
Questions for the story writing
Create your own word
This download contains two files, UK and US spelling and size.
Tackle the most extreme places on Earth. How do animals and plants cope with such extreme cold conditions that are found there? Why is it so cold? And how cold is it? This project based learning unit focuses on Arctic and Antarctic. This is a lesson plan that will guide you through the process of using biomimicry and steam activities to inspire students to ask questions, study animals and plants, and use creative thinking to explore ideas.
This package contains:
Introduction - What we know and what we want to know
An icy Adventure! What is the Arctic? What is the Antarctic?
What is underneath all the ice? Make a tally
Facts about the Arctic and Antarctic?
What animals live in the Arctic and Antarctic?
Will we ever meet? Polar Bears and Penguins
Ask the snow hare questions about the Arctic.
Ask the leopard seal questions about the Antarctic.
Brr - Temperature in the Arctic and the Antarctic
No trees!
Really, really cold! Why is it so cold in the Arctic and the Antarctic?
The Land of the Midnight Sun - pros, cons and interesting things
Story writing
What can you do to keep warm?
What can animals do to keep warm?
Footprints in the snow
Story writing - plan your story
Anti-freeze
Study an animal and invent something
Feel inspired by penguins actions
20.Some interesting things that I have learned
Ideas for crafts
Reviews of other Sparking Children’s Thinkibility products:
Project based learning: Bats, STEAM, Biomimicry
“This product is absolutely the favorite one I have purchased all fall! I love the information that is provided about bats - just enough to intrigue and encourage higher level thinking. There are graphic organizers, worksheets, and subtle suggestions to help young learners perform at their best! And best of all, it stretches their creativity! Thanks for such an amazing resource!”
Project based learning: Mammals, Reptiles & Amphibians - STEAM, Biomimicry, NGSS
“Used this for a Kindergarten STEAM club unit and it was a hit!”
Why am I qualified to write these biomimicry resources? I am a member of BEN - Biomimicry Education Network - and a curator of educational resources at BEN. I am the author of the book Biomimicry with Theo & Tuva: Nature spotting inspires wild ideas. In 2015, I completed a course in Biomimicry: A Sustainable Design Methodology at Minneapolis College of Art and Design.
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#arctic #antarctic #animals #plants #steam #stem #sparkingchildrensthinkibility #thinkdive #asajomard #TES
Ready to tackle one of the most debated and difficult situations that face the earth – climate change? There are lots of things to explore when thinking about climate change. This project based learning unit focuses on identifying effects and exploring solutions. As the earth gets warmer and warmer the causes, mechanisms, or impacts of climate change on our planet is something that is important to discuss with young children. It is also crucial to explore solutions and ideas that can help us build a better future.
The package contains:
1. What do you know? What do you want to learn?
2. What is the difference between weather and climate?
3. Ask the Penguin questions about climate change
4. Main Reasons people cause the climate to become warmer
5. What is Global Climate?
6. Imagine that you are a polar bear. . . a coral fish. . .sitting on the moon watching the Earth
7 .Why is the climate changing?
8. Greenhouse effect
9. Greenhouse Gases – What is good? What is the problem?
10. A little extra warming
11. It matters what we do. Work with nature!
12. My action plan
13. Spread the message about climate change
14. Visions of the future. A bright and sunny vision! A little darker vision!
15. Reflection on the learning
16. Question cards - How can I help?
Want a resource about Greta Thunberg? Check out Greta Thunberg - Explore suggestions & Solutions
You may like the Environment Bundle: Project Based Learning
Reviews of other Sparking Children’s Thinkibility products:
Project based learning: Bats, STEAM, Biomimicry
“This product is absolutely the favorite one I have purchased all fall! I love the information that is provided about bats - just enough to intrigue and encourage higher level thinking. There are graphic organizers, worksheets, and subtle suggestions to help young learners perform at their best! And best of all, it stretches their creativity! Thanks for such an amazing resource!”
Project based learning: Mammals, Reptiles & Amphibians - STEAM, Biomimicry, NGSS
“Used this for a Kindergarten STEAM club unit and it was a hit!”
Why am I qualified to write these biomimicry resources? I am a member of BEN - Biomimicry Education Network - and a curator of educational resources at BEN. I am the author of the book Biomimicry with Theo & Tuva: Nature spotting inspires wild ideas. In 2015, I completed a course in Biomimicry: A Sustainable Design Methodology at Minneapolis College of Art and Design.
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#climatechange #nature #sparkingchildrensthinkibility #thinkdive #asajomard #tes
Geometry fun for Christmas. Draw a shape dog! All worksheets are designed as no prep printables and can all be printed in black and white. Perfect for early finishers or as a little challenge.
Colour by sides - count how many sides each shape has and color according to the key x2
Count how many there are of each shape - x1
Finish drawing the shape - x2
Give The Dogs a shape body - x4 colour and black and white
Mind Map - make a mind map with shape - x1
My favorite shape - make a mind map with shape - x1
This resource contains two files, UK and US spelling and size.
Imagine Christmas from the perspective of a dog, giraffe or polar bear. What are their wishes? It is exciting as well as a great learning opportunity to explore` wishlists from the perspective of pets, wild animals and endangered animals.
The following animals are included: dog, cat, rabbit, penguin, reindeer, giraffe, lion, frog, elephant, polar bear, groundhog
11 slides animal wishlist - open questions.
11 slides animal wishlist - specified things that the animals might need and desire.
11 slides - phrases included to prompt thinking, for example, “I am a homeless dog”.
Compare animal wishlists.
Mind map - animal reserach.
My wishlist.
What I have learned.
What do I receive?
This product is an online resource.
What do I need?
This resource works great with laptops, iPads, and Chromebooks. If using iPads, the Google Slides app will give you the best experience.
How do I use?
This paperless resource can be used independently, with partners, in small groups, and even whole group as a class lesson. It can be used in Science Centers.
Questions?
If you have any questions or issues with this resource, please feel free to email me at maliasa@live.com
I will be happy to try to help you!
IMPORTANT: These are digital resources, so please only purchase this resource if you have the capabilities in your classroom to use it. You need resources such as computers, laptops, or tablets, Internet access, and a Google account.
Reviews of other Sparking Children’s Thinkibility products:
Project based learning: Bats, STEAM, Biomimicry
“This product is absolutely the favorite one I have purchased all fall! I love the information that is provided about bats - just enough to intrigue and encourage higher level thinking. There are graphic organizers, worksheets, and subtle suggestions to help young learners perform at their best! And best of all, it stretches their creativity! Thanks for such an amazing resource!”
Project Based Learning, Insects, Lapbook - STEAM, Biomimicry
A very comprehensive, thorough, and unique resource to teach elementary students about biomimicry! An excellent addition to any biology unit!
#Christmas #pet #wildanimals #wishlist #endangered #googleclassroom #sparkingchildrensthinkibility #thinkdive #asajomard #IndependentWorkPackets #distancelearning #digitalactivities
Looking for something exciting for a project based learning unit? This freebie focuses on the study of giraffes. This is a lesson plan that will guide you through the process of using biomimicry and steam activities to inspire students to ask questions, study giraffes and use creative thinking to explore ideas.
This activity is fun and engaging.
Feel inspired, Be Creative and Make Change.
Giraffes have a long neck and a long dark tongue. They are endangered fascinating gentle giants. Here they provide inspiration for new ideas. An introduction to Biomimicry - Bio means Life and Mimic means to imitate life and nature.
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Project based learning: Moles Freebies - STEAM, Biomimicry
Reviews of other Sparking Children’s Thinkibility products:
Project based learning: Bats, STEAM, Biomimicry
“This product is absolutely the favorite one I have purchased all fall! I love the information that is provided about bats - just enough to intrigue and encourage higher level thinking. There are graphic organizers, worksheets, and subtle suggestions to help young learners perform at their best! And best of all, it stretches their creativity! Thanks for such an amazing resource!”
Project based learning: Mammals, Reptiles & Amphibians - STEAM, Biomimicry, NGSS
“Used this for a Kindergarten STEAM club unit and it was a hit!”
Why am I qualified to write these biomimicry resources? I am a member of BEN - Biomimicry Education Network - and a curator of educational resources at BEN. I am the author of the book Biomimicry with Theo & Tuva: Nature spotting inspires wild ideas. In 2015, I completed a course in Biomimicry: A Sustainable Design Methodology at Minneapolis College of Art and Design.
This product is a zip file, containing two files, UK and US spelling.
#projectbasedlearning #animals #giraffe STEAM #STEM #KS1 #NGSS #biomimicry #sparkingchildrensthinkibility #thinkdive #asajomard #tes
Looking for something exciting for a project based learning unit? This freebie focuses on the study of moles. This is a lesson plan that will guide you through the process of using biomimicry and steam activities to inspire students to ask questions, study giraffes and use creative thinking to explore ideas.
Feel inspired, Be Creative and Make Change.
Moles are fascinating. Here they provide inspiration for new ideas. An introduction to Biomimicry - Bio means Life and Mimici means to imitate life and nature.
This activity is fun and engaging. And great brain workout!
You may also like:
Project based learning: Giraffes Freebie - STEAM, Biomimicry
This is a zip file, containing two files, UK and US spelling.
#projectbasedlearning #animals #mole #KS1 #NGSS #biomimicry #sparkingchildrensthinkibility #thinkdive #asajomard
Butterflies are found all over the world and they capture children’s imagination. This project based learning unit focuses on the life cycle but it also extends the understanding of the different stages. This is a lesson plan that will guide you through the process of using biomimicry and steam activities to inspire students to ask questions, study animals and plants, and use creative thinking to explore ideas.
These activities are fun and engaging. And great brain workout!
This package contains:
Cards
Can you identify the different stages?
What is the connection between a caterpillar and a butterfly?
What do caterpillars and butterflies eat?
Fun Facts
Metamorphosis Poem
Butterfly words - make your own dictionary
Ask the caterpillar Sparkling Questions about chrysalis and butterflies
Caterpillars are. . .
Butterflies are. . .
Life cycle
Which animal do you like the best? Positive, Negative and Interesting
Story writing
Symmetrical Butterfly
”Eggcited” about butterfly eggs!
Think diving for a butterfly detective - eggs
Think diving for a butterfly detective - caterpillar
Think diving for a butterfly detective - chrysalis
19 Think diving for a butterfly detective - butterfly
Reflection - assessment
Reviews of other Sparking Children’s Thinkibility products:
Project based learning: Bats, STEAM, Biomimicry
“This product absolutely the favorite one I have purchased all fall! I love the information that is provided about bats - just enough to intrigue and encourage higher level thinking. There are graphic organizers, worksheets, and subtle suggestions to help young learners perform at their best! And best of all, it stretches their creativity! Thanks for such an amazing resource!”
Project based learning: Mammals, Reptiles & Amphibians - STEAM, Biomimicry, NGSS
“Used this for a Kindergarten STEAM club unit and it was a hit!”
Why am I qualified to write these biomimicry resources? I am a member of BEN - Biomimicry Education Network - and a curator of educational resources at BEN. I am the author of the book Biomimicry with Theo & Tuva: Nature spotting inspires wild ideas. In 2015, I completed a course in Biomimicry: A Sustainable Design Methodology at Minneapolis College of Art and Design.
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• This download contains two PDF files, UK and US spelling and size.
#projectbasedlearning #lifecycle #butterfly #metaphorphosis #STEAM #STEM #NGSS #biomimicry #sparkingchildrensthinkibility #thinkdive #asajomard
Looking for something exciting for a Valentine’s Day project? This resource focuses on the wonderful world of Gnomes. Your students will love searching for facts about gnomes and using a mind map to organise the facts. Gnomes are fascinating mythical creatures and there a different types of gnomes, the farm gnome is well-known and so is the garden gnomes. Yet, it might be tricky to find any information about Valentine’s Gnome – perfect opportunity to make up your own stories. The craft or poem makes a great gift and an eye-catching Valentine display in the classroom.
This product contains.
Facts about Gnomes
Mindmap
Valentine Gnome Words
Poem/ craft
Extra, extra read all about it
Writing papers, some ink-friendly versions
Product Format:
• This download consists of two files, UK and US spelling and size.
#valentine #valentinesday #gnomes #valentinegnomes #sparkingchildrensthinkibility #thinkdive #asajomard #tes #storywriting #poem
Looking for something exciting for a mammal unit?
An idea for a project?
This activity is fun and engaging. And great brain workout!
Groundhogs are fascinating. Here they provide inspiration for new ideas. An introduction to Biomimicry - Bio means Life and Mimici means to imitate life and nature.