Discover what a pest is and how to identify one with a lesson that looks closely at our outside world and taxonomy. Scholars investigate insects and plants to practice their identification skills, take a survey, and explore the profession of pest management. 

Concepts

pest management, pests, insects, bugs, weeds, plant identification, plants, taxonomy

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Additional Tags

science

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Instructional Ideas

• Invite a local pest management employee to speak to the class 
• Gather a collection of books about plants and insects for learners to browse when time permits 
• Assign a research report focusing on a particular insect, group of insects, or plants

Classroom Considerations

• Take classroom allergies into consideration prior to looking for live insects such as bees
• The lesson is the first of four resources in a series designed to inform pupils about pests
• Stress the importance of adult supervision when working with potentially dangerous living things

Pros

• Lists multiple careers outdoor enthusiasts may enjoy 
• Includes real-world images of insects and plants 
• Highlights essential questions using bold font

Cons

• None