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Lesson Plans - 3rd Grade

Intriguing Insects

Beetles and bugs are awesome! Take a close look at crawling creatures and draw one that’s larger than life.

Insect Symmetry

Explore symmetry in nature. Investigate the insect world, then create colorful butterflies, dragonflies, damselflies, and other symmetrical creatures.

Insect or Arachnid

Do tiny creatures that creep, crawl, buzz, and fly around your head bug you? Use Crayola Dry-Erase Markers to demonstrate your insect-elligence.

Insect Addition Game

Learning how to add two or more numbers? This appealing, child-made board game integrates, math, science, and the visual arts—using an Earth-friendly recycled box.

Butterfly Snack Shack

Explore the life cycle of butterflies with a fluttery mobile. How can you attract these beautiful, fragile creatures to your garden?