Free Insect Worksheets for Kids
What child doesn’t love bugs?! Ladybugs, caterpillars, snails, and butterflies are so much fun to investigate. Capture their love of learning with these fantastic insect-themed printables. Because these free insect worksheets for kids are worth “bugging out” for.
From math to science, I have you covered. Check out the different packs available below! Also, check out these amazing Bug Activities for Kids!
Your child will adore the cute insect graphics while they have fun learning with and about these bugs. Use these printables to inspire more projects on insects.
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Why kids would love learning about bugs?
Kids are naturally drawn to the world of bugs because it’s a direct portal into the exciting and mysterious workings of nature, offering them a chance to become young explorers in their backyard. The vibrant colors, different shapes, and unique behaviors of insects captivate their imagination, turning every discovery into a thrilling adventure.
Below are some exciting bug activities for kids that you should not miss:
Introduce your child to butterflies with this easy butterfly sensory bin. Get creative with colors, textures, and even scents and stimulate their curiosity. A fun bug or insect activity to add to your science lessons.
The kids will have so much fun with this Ladybug Life Cycle Craft! It’s an easy and interactive way to create the life cycle of a ladybug and see how it grows from an egg to an adult.
Felt Ladybug Craft & Counting Activity
This Felt Ladybug Craft and Counting Activity is perfect for young children. It’s a great way for them to learn how to count and use their fine motor skills, too.
Great Bug sensory bin to learn about insects and have fun with them for bug lovers. A messy and fun project to keep preschoolers busy.
Insect Worksheets for Kids Supplies
- Printer (I have this one)
- Paper
- Pencil
- Crayons
- Scissors
- Glue
- Clothespins
I have the HP printer 8710 but it’s not available anymore. It’s been running well for years now. Look for another HP Instant Ink-ready printer so that you can use their program to send you ink cartridges whenever your printer gets low on ink.
Insect Math
These free insect worksheets for kids will get your child counting all kinds of bugs and bug-investigation tools.
These counting mats are a great way to practice those early addition and subtraction facts.
Bug Counting Cards and Puzzles
Counting cards are perfect for patterns, sorting, problem-solving, and of course, counting!
Ant Life Cycle Multiplication Cards
Turn learning math into an adventure with these printable ant multiplication cards, allowing children to practice multiplication while discovering the intriguing stages of an ant’s life.
Recommended Insect Books for Kids
Need ideas for books to help spur your child’s education? Here are our recommended insect books. Use with the Bug Notebooking Pages, or just for your child’s interest!
Ultimate Bugopedia: The Most Complete Bug Reference Ever (National Geographic Kids)Smithsonian Handbooks: Insects (Smithsonian Handbooks) (DK Smithsonian Handbook)Everything You Need to Know About BugsSuper Bug Encyclopedia: The Biggest, Fastest, Deadliest Creepy-Crawlers on the Planet (Super Encyclopedias)On Beyond Bugs: All About Insects (Cat in the Hat’s Learning Library)The Grouchy Ladybug
Insect Science
What an awesome topic to explore with your early learners! Insects are fascinating for kids of all ages, but it seems our little ones are the most interested.
Life Cycle of a Ladybug Worksheets
One of the best places to start learning about insects is with the life cycle of a bug.
Life Cycle of an Ant Worksheets
these Life Cycle of an Ant Worksheets will hook your child on learning more about some of the more popular bugs kids like. And with all the info you need included, they’re a great intro to insects pack.
These worksheets will help extend the learning. You can branch off into all sorts of insects since they all have similar parts. Learn more about what bugs have in common — and what they don’t!
These Bug Notebooking Pages are a fantastic way to organize your own insect studies. Use your own favorite bug books, and help your child study their favorite bug. Or maybe print off multiple copies, and do a whole unit on insects!
Besides giving the kids an enjoyable moment, these Bee Coloring Pages are great for them to practice their fine motor skills while learning more about bees and their importance.
Parts of a Dragonfly Worksheet
Your kids will love learning more about dragonflies with these parts of a dragonfly worksheet. See what the body parts of a cool dragonfly are and label them.
Honey Bee Life Cycle Worksheets
Explore the fascinating journey from egg to bee with our Honey Bee Life Cycle Worksheets, a perfect blend of education and curiosity-stimulating fun for young enthusiasts eager to learn about the busy lives of bees.
These coloring pages offer a fun and visual way for children to learn about the fascinating phases of a bee’s life, from egg to adult, blending education with creativity.
Parts of a Queen Bee Worksheet
Grab this free printable to give kids a closer look at the anatomy of a bee’s matriarch, reinforcing learning through interactive discovery.
Ladybug Life Cycle Coloring Pages
My ladybug life cycle coloring pages present an engaging way for children to explore and color the captivating stages from egg to lovely adult ladybug, merging the wonder of nature with artistic expression.
This unit study offers a complete list of fun and engaging activities that you can do with your kids who are currently learning about different kinds of insects.
Difference Between Spiders and Insects Worksheets
These worksheets help kids learn what makes spiders and insects unique by comparing their features in a simple, engaging way.
Recommended Insect Toys
Learning hands-on is the best way to learn! We love these kits and toys for great hands-on experiences.
TOY Life Kids Explorer Kit, Bug Catcher Kit for Kid, Bug Catching KitTerra by Battat – Insect World 60 pcs – Assorted Miniature Insect Toys For Kids 3+Mideer Insect Puzzles for KidsAmber Dig Kit – Insects in Resin, 8 Insects Specimens Excavation KitNature Bound – Ultimate Critter Box Habitat Kit for Indoor/Outdoor Insect CollectingLadybug Growth Cycle, Animal Growth Cycle Biological Model
More Insect Worksheets
Our friends around the web also have some fun free insect worksheets for kids.
Teaching Kids About Ant Anatomy worksheet by Gift of Curiosity
This worksheet has an amazing graphic of an ant. Check out the details!
Insect Investigation Worksheets by Kitchen Counter Chronicles
These worksheets complement the Bug Notebooking Pages above perfectly. Take the learning outdoors and then hit the books to learn more facts about bugs!
Bugs Color by Number Worksheets by Itsy Bitsy Fun
Also, these just-for-fun worksheets make for an awesome ending to your bug studies. Plus they’re great for color identification and fine motor skill practice too. And they will help you keep your child occupied when they may have to wait. They can learn and have fun too!
These printable activities not only brighten the learning experience with colorful visuals but also ensure a comprehensive understanding of insect life cycles, math basics, and more.
By integrating subjects like science with math and art, we aim to foster a well-rounded educational pathway, making learning an irresistible adventure for young minds.
I hope that these resources ignite a lasting curiosity and appreciation for the natural world, encouraging children to explore further and learn continuously.
Grab all your free insect worksheets now!
More Insect Activities
Ladybug Printable Book by Fun-A-Day
Bug Themed Number Color & Trace by 3 Dinosaurs
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Thank you for sharing your worksheets and coloring pages, Monique! I really love them!
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