LIFE CYCLE – DARKLING BEETLE – SCIENCE
ACTIVITY OVERVIEW:
Learn the life cycle of a darkling beetle (mealworm). Students explore complete metamorphosis in insects.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
• Understand beetle life cycle
• Learn complete metamorphosis
• Study insect biology
STANDARDS ALIGNMENT:
• TX TEKS Science 1.10.D – Life cycles
• Common Core Science – Life Science
SKILLS DEVELOPED:
Life Cycle Understanding, Metamorphosis Knowledge, Insect Biology, Scientific Observation
GRADE LEVELS: 1st-5th Grade
ACTIVITY TYPE: Life Cycle Activity