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Lesson 13 of 84 ยท How Things Grow

Experiment

Counting Bugs

What You'll Learn

Ladybugs are red with black spots. They eat tiny bugs called aphids.

Key Words

  • nest
  • pet
  • farm

Materials Needed

  • plastic wrap
  • ruler
  • magnifying glass

Safety First

  • Clean up spills immediately to prevent slipping.
  • Use materials only as directed in the experiment.

Steps

Step 1 โ€” Read

Read and learn: Ladybugs are red with black spots. They eat tiny bugs called aphids.

Step 2 โ€” Do

Touch and explore the materials. What do they feel like?

Step 3 โ€” Observe

Use your eyes, ears, and hands to explore. What do you notice?

Step 4 โ€” Record

Color a picture to show what happened.

Check Your Understanding

Question 1

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Can plants move by themselves?