Terminix
Some might call them creepy-crawlies, but for many kids, the wide world of bugs is a natural world of wonder just waiting to be explored. And who better to guide them than Harry, the friendly praying mantis?
Terminix, in partnership with the Audobon Nature Institute, has reimagined its Harry's Big Adventure Program, an endeavor designed to teach kids bugs through several mediums. With many children still learning virtually, the company wanted to create its own, easily accessible digital platform that could reach students in their remote 'classrooms.' The Harry's Big Adventure website contains plenty of fun facts and resources for students, teachers, and parents. While Harry the mantis is the main spokesbug, he's joined by his friends Luckie the Ladybug and Skimmer the Dragonfly.
“As a company, we’ve always worked to advance the awareness and understanding of insects,”says Valerie Middleton, senior director of communications for Terminix. “We’re thrilled to relaunch Harry’s Big Adventure, providing teachers, parents and students in the neighborhoods and communities we serve, with free access to knowledge, resources and support for interactive learning.”
“Insects are some of the most important and least understood organisms on our planet," says Audobon Nature Institute president and CEO Ron Forman, "and our team of expert entomologists can’t wait to bring their fascinating world directly into K-6 classrooms through interactive virtual programming made possible by the generous support from Terminix.”
For those interested, the website has several features for keen insect enthusiasts:
- Meet Harry, a praying mantis, and his pals, including Luckie the Ladybug and Skimmer the Dragonfly
- Download a National Science Teaching Association (NSTA) approved curriculum guide and lesson plans for grades K-6 (updated seasonally)
- Test one’s insect knowledge with an interactive, online quiz
- Download bug-themed games, puzzles, coloring pages and worksheets
- Keep up with Harry’s adventures on social media
Dan Baldwin, director of Technical, Training, and Regulatory Servicesfor Terminix. “[Insects] play an integral part in the health of our ecosystem," says Dan Baldwin, director of technical, training, and regulatory services for Terminix, "so educating children about them is a critical component of understanding our world.”
Learn more at harrysbigadventure.com