Bugs & Slugs

Name: Bugs & Slugs
Brand: PCS Edventures!
Price: 1095.0 USD
Availability: InStock

Coming Soon - Join the Bug Detective Agency!

Become a Bug Detective and investigate the amazing world of bugs and slugs! Each day begins with a riddle that sparks curiosity as campers explore a different “cutey-crawly” and learn how these creatures use their amazing traits and special skills to survive. From jumping spiders to banana slugs, campers uncover clues through hands-on activities, creative art projects and movement challenges while observing and thinking like entomologists.

Grades: 1-3
Students: Up to 30
Contact Hours: 12+

Subject Targets:

Life Science, Art/STEAM, English Language Arts Connections

Reusability:

Refill Kit Available: This product offers affordable consumable refill kits. See the materials tab for details.

Settings & Tech Requirements

Recommended Settings:

Summer Camps
Classrooms
Out-of-School Time Programs

Tech Requirements:

Projector

Curriculum Topics

Each Activity Includes:

Schedule
Opening & Closing Discussion
Step-By-Step Activity Instructions
Topic Background & Vocabulary
Optional Extension Activities

Curriculum Topics:

Bee-Coming an Entomologist
Itsy-Bitsy Jumper
Vibrations and Reflexes
Bug Ninjas
Aerial Acrobats
Buzzing Flower Friends
Poop Problem Solvers
Jewels of the Night
One Hundred Footsteps
Scents and Moonlight
Stick and Glide
The Final Mission

Professional Development

Product Orientation:

Half-hour free webinar orientation for purchases of $500+
One-hour free webinar orientation for purchases of $1000+
Additional training available for purchase

Materials

Complete Program Includes:

Bugs & Slugs comes with all the supplies needed for 30 students to complete 12 one-hour activities:

Instructor Guide: 1
Large Storage Bins with Lids: 2
Observe and Explore Bug Photos: 10 sets
Firefly Flashcards: 10 sheets
Flower Template: 15 sheets
Ping Pong Balls: 15
Batteries—AAA for UV flashlights: 15
Pony Beads (400 count): 1
Chenille Stems (45–50 count): 5
Clear Round Containers (50 count): 2
Paper Cups: 50
Elastic Cords (100 count): 1
Googly Eyes (500 count): 1
Flashlights—LED Mini w/batteries: 30
Flashlights—UV: 5
Glue Sticks: 30
Glue Sticks—Glitter (4 count): 6
Golf Pencils (50 count): 1
Hole Punch: 1
Magnifying Glasses: 30
Markers—Neon (10 count): 10
Markers—Scented (10 count): 10
Marker—Washable (8 count): 10
Mirrors: 30
White Copy Paper (500 sheets): 1
Construction Paper—Assorted Colors (50 sheets): 4
Construction Paper—Black (50 sheets): 1
Wax Paper (Roll): 1
Scissors—Adult: 1
Scissors—Children's: 30
Craft Sticks (500 count) :1
Masking Tape: 1
Toy Bugs (30 count): 2
Toy Slugs (12 count): 3
Yarn (44 yd skeins): 2
Access to the Digital Resource Portal

Curriculum Print & Digital Includes:

Instructor Guide: 1
Observe and Explore Bug Photos: 10 sets
Firefly Flashcards: 10 sheets
Flower Template: 15 sheets
Access to the Digital Resource Portal

Refill Kit Available:

Looking to use your Bugs & Slugs Program with the next group of bug detectives? This refill kit will get them up and running in no time!

Observe and Explore Bug Photos: 10 sets
Firefly Flashcards: 10 sheets
Flower Template: 15 sheets
Pony Beads (400 count): 1
Chenille Stems (45–50 count): 5
Paper Cups: 50
Googly Eyes (500 count): 1
Glue Sticks: 30
Glue Sticks—Glitter (4 count): 6
Golf Pencils (50 count): 1
Markers—Neon (10 count): 10
Markers—Scented (10 count): 10
Markers—Washable (8 count): 10
White Copy Paper (500 sheets): 1
Construction Paper—Assorted Colors (50 sheets): 4
Construction Paper—Black (50 sheets): 1
Wax Paper (Roll): 1
Craft Sticks (500 count) :1
Masking Tape: 1
Yarn (44 yd skeins): 2

Standards & Alignment

Habits of Mind:

16 thinking habits developed by Art Costa and Bena Kallick to empower students to succeed in a 21st-century learning environment.

Applying Past Knowledge to New Situations
Creating, Imagining, and Innovating
Gathering Data Through All Senses
Questioning and Posing Problems
Remaining Open to Continuous Learning
Thinking about Thinking (Metacognition)

21st Century Skills:

A set of widely-applicable abilities essential for success in the information age.

Communication and Collaboration
Creativity and Innovation
Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
Initiative and Self-Direction
Information Literacy

Common Core State Standards for Mathematics:

CCSS.Math.Content.1.G.A.1: Distinguish between defining attributes (e.g., triangles are closed and three-sided) versus non-defining attributes (e.g., color, orientation, overall size); build and draw shapes to possess defining attributes.

Common Core State Standards for English Language Arts:

CCSS.ELA-Literacy.SL.1.1: Participate in collaborative conversations with diverse partners about grade 1 topics and texts with peers and adults in small and larger groups.
CCSS.ELA-Literacy.SL.1.2: Ask and answer questions about key details in a text read aloud or information presented orally or through other media.
CCSS.ELA-Literacy.SL.1.4: Describe people, places, things, and events with relevant details, expressing ideas and feelings clearly.
CCSS.ELA-Literacy.SL.1.5: Add drawings or other visual displays to descriptions when appropriate to clarify ideas, thoughts, and feelings.
CCSS.ELA-Literacy.SL.2.1: Participate in collaborative conversations with diverse partners about grade 2 topics and texts with peers and adults in small and larger groups.
CCSS.ELA-Literacy.SL.2.2: Recount or describe key ideas or details from a text read aloud or information presented orally or through other media.
CCSS.ELA-Literacy.SL.3.1: Engage effectively in a range of collaborative discussions (one-on-one, in groups, and teacher-led) with diverse partners on grade 3 topics and texts, building on others' ideas and expressing their own clearly.

Next Generation Science Standards:*

NGSS 2-LS4-1: Biodiversity
NGSS 3-PS2-1: Forces and Motion
NGSS Core Idea LS1.A: Structure and Function
NGSS Core Idea LS1.D: Information Processing
NGSS Crosscutting Concept 6: Structure and Function
NGSS Practice 1: Asking Questions and Defining Problems
NGSS Practice 2: Developing and Using Models
NGSS Practice 3: Planning and Carrying Out Investigations
NGSS Practice 4: Analyzing and Interpreting Data
NGSS Practice 6: Constructing Explanations
NGSS Practice 8: Obtaining, Evaluating, and Communicating Information

* Next Generation Science Standards and NGSS is a registered trademark of WestEd. Neither WestEd nor the lead states and partners that developed the Next Generation Science Standards were involved in the production of this product, and do not endorse it.

International Society for Technology in Education:

ISTE 1.3.d: Explore Real-World Issues

ISTE Standards for Students, ©2016, ISTE® (International Society for Technology in Education), iste.org. All rights reserved. ISTE was not involved in the production of this product and does not endorse it.

National Core Arts Standards:

NCAS VA:Cr1.2.1a: Use observation and investigation in preparation for making a work of art.
NCAS VA:Cr2.2.1a: Demonstrate safe and proper procedures for using materials, tools, and equipment while making art.
NCAS VA:Cr1.1.3a: Elaborate on an imaginative idea.
NCAS VA:Cr2.1.3a Create personally satisfying artwork using a variety of artistic processes and materials.
NCAS VA:Cn10.1.3a: Develop a work of art based on observations of surroundings.

About the Author

Beth Schadd: Curriculum Designer

Hailing from Wisconsin, Beth Schadd moved to Idaho in 2008 in search of adventure. There she earned two master’s degrees in environmental science and education from the University of Idaho, as well as other outdoor education certifications. Beth has developed experiential curriculum for science centers, museums, day camps and outdoor programs both nationally and internationally. Prior to becoming an educator, Beth spent countless hours in various labs as both a researcher and manager.

Whether it is in the classroom, or the great outdoors, Beth is always looking for new and exciting ways to engage learners of all ages and backgrounds and build collaborative partnerships with local organizations. Though always a Cheesehead, she currently splits her time between Idaho and Florida and enjoys exploring the unique beauty of both states.

Emilia Ryan: Graphic Designer

Emi is the Art Director at PCS Edventures. A native of Poland, Emi has over 25 years of graphic design experience. She has a Bachelor’s in Printing and Book Design from a Technical University in Warsaw, Poland. Emilia spent her early professional years as the Head of Production for a Polish/American joint venture that created and distributed the Yellow Pages across Poland. In addition to working as a graphic designer, Emi is an experienced artist and elementary art educator. In her spare time, she enjoys painting, botanical drawing, learning digital illustration, yoga, swimming, hiking and traveling with her husband and two daughters.

Emi was the creative force behind the Bug Creations, designing projects that were simple to make yet sparked imagination. Her thoughtful designs encouraged every budding entomologist to express both their creativity and their understanding of bug traits and skills.

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Partial Fulfillment

PCS Edventures products are designed to be ready-to-use and accessible for any educator. This often requires some components to be sourced from third-party vendors. Occasionally, this may cause delays in order fulfillment.

In such cases, orders may be partially fulfilled to meet deadlines. A PCS Edventures representative will contact you if your order is subject to partial fulfillment. After the initial shipment, any delayed components will be shipped to you as soon as possible.

Return Policy

To return a product, you must first obtain a Return Merchandise Authorization ("RMA") number from PCS Edventures. To receive an RMA number, contact PCS Edventures at (208) 343-3110 within fifteen (15) business days of receipt of your product(s). Returned items must be received by PCS Edventures within thirty (30) calendar days after issuance of the RMA number or the return right will be forfeited and the RMA number becomes null and void.

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PCS Edventures may charge a restocking fee for returned items of up to thirty percent (30%), depending on circumstances. There may also be a product damage or missing-item fee in an amount determined by PCS Edventures for any product that is damaged, or is missing the original box, contents, accessories, and/or manuals (i.e., any product not in "as-shipped" condition).

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