Learning resources

A range of learning resources relating to insects and entomology from the Royal Entomological Society, our National Insect Week partners and online resources we have spotted. Please browse through the list or use the tick boxes to select audience and resource type.

Intriguing Insects Miniguide

Factsheet

Some highlights of our identification requests.

For: Everyone
Garden Pollinators miniguide

Factsheet

Here are some pollinating insects you may find in your garden

For: Everyone
Garden Beetles miniguide

Factsheet

Here are some beetles you may find in your garden

For: Everyone
Garden Entomology booklet

Book Factsheet

The Royal Entomological Society’s Introduction to Insect Science.

For: Everyone
Ento-Club Comic Book

Book

Meet Natasha, the travelling entomologist! She loves insects, and would like to share her wisdom with you!

For: Primary Secondary
Spittlebug Survey

Activities sheet

Help us learn more about spittlebugs / froghoppers and leafhoppers in your area

For: Everyone
BAS Spider Factsheets

Factsheet

Information about some of Britain's commonest spiders

For: Everyone
Insect A&E with BC, BCT & Dr Amir Khan

Activities sheet Factsheet

Become a nature doctor

For: Everyone
LNHS London Wildlife Guides

Factsheet

Guides to insects in the London area

For: Adults
How to make a pitfall trap with the NHM

Activities sheet Factsheet

Follow our instructions on how to set up a simple pitfall trap

For: Everyone

What is National Insect Week?

National Insect Week encourages people of all ages to learn more about insects.

Every two years, the Royal Entomological Society organises the week, supported by a large number of partner organisations with interests in the science, natural history and conservation of insects.