Welcome to 4-H Butterfly Explorers! We're excited to explore the world of butterflies and their life cycle with you over the next few weeks.
Have fun and enjoy exploring the exciting world of entomology!
Extension is a partnership between state, federal, and county governments to provide scientific knowledge and expertise to the public. The University of Florida (UF), together with Florida A&M University (FAMU), administers the Florida Cooperative Extension Service.
Over the next 4 weeks your classroom will complete a variety of educational activities that will educate students about butterflies, life cycles, and entomology. Below is the breakdown of lessons that will be covered in each week. Each lesson includes one educational video, 2-3 learning activities, and one supplemental activity. Specific activity supplies can be located in your classroom kit provided by your 4-H agent.
Week 1
Lesson 1- Introduction to 4-H
Lesson 2- Scientific Inquiry
Week 2
Lesson 3- Insect Anatomy
Lesson 4- Life Cycles
Week 3
Lesson 5- Adaptations
Lesson 6- Pollination
Week 4
Butterflies hatch, final observations, and classroom evaluation
Contact us:
UF IFAS Extension Seminole County
250 W. County Home Rd., Sanford, FL 32773
Seminole4h@seminolecountyfl.gov
407-665-5552