Bug Bands and Insect Orchestras

Insects use a wide variety of ways to communicate with each other. They can make sounds such as click, pop, whir, buzz, and chirp. Some insects may also use visual cues like light or waving antennae. In this resource, learn how you can create your own bug band or insect orchestra at home or in the classroom!

Categories

Age Group: Toddler, Preschool
Animal Area: Bugs and Insects
ELOF Domain: Approaches to Learning, Perceptual, Motor, and Physical Development
Resource Format: PDF
Language: English
Smithsonian Museum: Smithsonian Environmental Research Center
Topic: Music, Nature

Part of the Following Programs

A pink Jackalope puppet stands next to a cartoon illustration of a brown haired man playing a guitar. Surrounding them are different animals including a Siamange, Kunekune pig, and Sloth bear.

Music and Sound All Around

In this field trip, children will learn about the importance of music and sound for both people and animals. What sounds do animals make and why? What objects can make sounds, and how can you play them to create music?

Content Unit :
Music and Sound
Featured Creature :
Sloth bear, Kunekune pig, Siamang