Discover the world of insects and inspire future entomologists! Explore three diverse areas—wetlands, prairie, and woodlands—in search of insects and their relatives. Learn to identify and sort insects and investigate how they grow, change, and perform the jobs they do to benefit our environment. Make your own insect collection for your classroom. Using observation, science inquiry and journaling, explore the fascinating world of insects with your apprentice entomologists.
About the teacher workshop
Teachers expand their knowledge of the importance insects have in our lives and in nature through many explorations. Teachers take home their own insect collection to use in the classroom!
“It was 100% practical! I loved learning things that I knew I’d be able to use in the classroom. I entered the workshop at my principal’s request, though I had little love of insects personally, but I left it appreciating insects and all they do for our world.”
This workshop is presented in partnership with University of St. Francis.
Participants may choose to enroll in the workshop for graduate credit through University of St. Francis. This course is offered at one graduate credit available from the University of St. Francis for an additional $100.
Registration and additional information will be posted soon.
Details
Dates
Summer 2025 dates coming soon!Time
8:30 a.m. — 3:30 p.m.Graduate Credit
One graduate credit is available from the University of St. Francis.
ISBE Recertification
12 PDHs
Contact Information
Education office registrar at edreg@fnal.gov or 630-840-8258
Additional Details
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