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Kingdom of Bugs

Incredible Insects

Spiders, centipedes, and ants are all creepy, crawly creatures, but only one is an insect. (Wait, what?) Can you guess which one? Today at Camp Kinda, you'll learn the common characteristics that all insects share—and some of the craziest things that make them an incredibly diverse group of creatures. By the end of the day, you will have discovered bizarre bugs from around the world and even created one of your own.

DAY 1

what you’ll need

Your Camp Kinda toolkit

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Ask About Today

What do all insects have in common? What are some interesting insects you learned about today?

Dinner Discussion

If you could be an insect for a day, which one would you want to be? Why?

Skip the Ads

Unfortunately, online videos often start with short advertisements. Remind your campers to click the "Skip" button as soon as they can to move ahead to the video.

explore

30-60 minutes

Fun fact: While all insects are "bugs," not all "bugs" are insects. Huh? Put your entomology hat on and get cracking.

It's a Bug's World

Scientists think there are over 10,000,000 different species of insects on our planet, and they can be found everywhere, including Antarctica. (Those are some hardy insects.) But what makes an insect an insect?

Remember: Online videos often start with advertisements. (Annoying, we agree!) Click the "Skip" button as soon as you can to move ahead to the video.

Incredible Insects

Now dive into this longer documentary from National Geographic, all about the life and times of insects.

Quiz Yourself

Think this crash course on bugs was enough to help you pass a bug anatomy quiz? Give it a try.

What's an Entomologist?

An entomologist is a person who studies insects. After watching this short video about who they are and what they do, maybe you'll want to be one!

Crazy Creatures

Many people just want to squish insects when they see them. But entomologists understand that we can learn important lessons from insects. Here are some of the most bizarre-looking insects from all around the world. Could you handle meeting one of these creatures in real life?

create

15-45 minutes

Normally you probably don't want insects in your house. But today, they're just made of paper.

3D Insects

Get crafty and try your hand at these 3D insects made from paper. Which is your favorite? (We're partial to the ladybug over here.)

move

30 minutes

Inhale, exhale...it's time for some insect relaxation.

Bug Yoga

From butterflies to stickbugs, go on an insect journey with Yogiful to channel your inner bug.

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