Entomology
Have you chased butterflies or caught a ladybug to get a closer look? Do you think collecting bugs is a great way to spend your time? Then the 4-H Entomology project is right up your alley. Youth will learn about the world of insects in soil, on plants, in homes, on pets and other secret places.
Things to Learn/Do in the Project
Age 7-9
- Learn the main parts of an insect
- Make an insect net
- Collect, pin, label and exhibit an insect collection
Age 10-13
- Understand how insects are used in advertising
- Find out how insects move
- Learn about insecticides
Age 14 and Older
- Learn about insect behavior
- Plant a butterfly garden
- Catch and observe a spider in its web
- Conduct an insect survey of your neighborhood
Project Materials
Entomology (EN100)
Reasonably priced materials are available for every project in Kansas 4-H. You can order the materials for your project online from the 4-H Mall or contact your local Extension Office.
- Teaming with Insects: Entomology Level 1 (grades 3-5)
- Teaming with Insects: Entomology Level 2 (grades 6-8)
- Teaming with Insects: Entomology Level 3 (grades 9-12)
- Teaming with Insects: Facilitator's Guide
Project Butterfly Wings
Reasonably priced materials are available for every project in Kansas 4-H. You can order the materials for your project online from the 4-H Mall or contact your local Extension Office.
Kansas 4-H Entomology Resources
- Guidelines for Collecting and Exhibiting
- Entomology Notebook Collection 2020
- 4-H Entomology Judges Webinar, April 2016
- Insects in Kansas Book: 2016 Revised Taxonomy
- Insect Orders Taxonomy
- Tips on Exhibiting Collections
- Introduction to Insects
- Insect Life Cycles
- Pinning and Labeling Insects
- Tips on Spreading Butterflies and Moths
- 4-H Entomology Order Labels: Option A- Insects of Kansas (pdf)
- 4-H Entomology Order Labels: Option B- BugGuide.net (word doc)
- Name and Location Label Template (word doc)
- Entomology Insect Collection Record
Entomology Scorecards
Websites
Events and Activities
Awards and Recognition
County Level
Award: Medal presented at your 4-H Achievement Banquet
State Level
Award: Medallion
National Level
Award: $400 National 4-H Congress Scholarship