Help children discover what makes an insect with this free printable science resource from the Royal Entomological Society (RES).

Designed for Key Stage 1, this engaging activity introduces pupils to the key features that all insects share before encouraging them to explore their school grounds, garden or local green space to spot and identify insects. Children then reinforce their learning by sorting insects and non-insects through a fun cut-and-sort classification activity.

This printable resource includes:

• A simple introduction to the characteristics of insects.
• A spotting activity to identify insects in the local environment.
• A cut-and-sort classification activity.
• A simple conservation message encouraging children to help insects by creating wildlife-friendly spaces.

Suitable for:

• Key Stage 1 (ages 5–7)
• Primary Science
• Living Things and Their Habitats
• Outdoor Learning
• Home Learning

Developed by the Royal Entomological Society, this free resource encourages curiosity about insects, supports early scientific enquiry and helps children connect with the natural world throughout the year.