Find the bugs
Written by Adi Ackerman, Head Teacher
"Find the bugs - In the grass" is written for Preschool (Ages 3-5). Children who are new to this can work with a grown-up beside them, and the instructions are meant to be read aloud. Older children who need more practice with insects can use it as a short review.
Preschool insects worksheet: Find the bugs, in the grass. Find and circle five things hidden in one big picture. Answer key included. Part of our insects living things collection.
How do I use this worksheet?
Count six legs together on the first picture. A grown-up reads each direction, and the child circles, matches, counts or colors.
What students will practice
- Students will tell insects from animals that are not insects.
- Students will count the six legs on an insect.
- Students will name insects such as the ant, bee, ladybug and butterfly.
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FAQ
How do I use this insects worksheet?
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Count six legs together on the first picture. A grown-up reads each direction, and the child circles, matches, counts or colors.
What does this worksheet teach?
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"Find the bugs" (in the grass) is one big tall grass scene with a picture key at the top, and the child finds and circles five things in it. The child finds five ladybugs hidden among the leaves in a patch of tall grass. It practices spotting insects and their six legs. An answer key is included.
Can I use this insects worksheet for homeschool or classroom?
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Yes, both. We made it for Preschool living things, and the page works the same whether it lands on a kitchen table or a center rotation. At home, most families go through it together and talk the answers out loud, and that talking is where most of the learning happens with insects. In class it runs well as independent work while you pull a small group. Print one copy or thirty, whichever the day needs.
How many Preschool insects worksheets are there?
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14 printable worksheets, all free to preview. Downloads are included with a ClassWeekly free trial, and every page prints on standard 8.5 x 11 paper.
What age are insects worksheets for?
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These are written for preschool children, roughly ages 3-5. Start with the first few pages, use the free preview to judge the fit, and come back to harder ones as your child gets steadier.
Does my child need to know how to write for these insects worksheets?
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No. Most pages ask children to circle, trace, match, color, or cut and paste, and a few ask for a single number. A grown-up can read the instructions aloud, so children do not need to read yet.
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Worksheet Details
| Grade | Preschool |
| Subject | Science |
| Topic | Living Things |
| Pages | 1 page |
| Difficulty | Medium |
| Answer key | Included |
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