Bug Bites

- Season 1

(2016)

When Gilbert's twin brother Gavin comes to town, Adam is shocked to discover that Gavin is not animated, but a real cockroach - and Adam seems to be the only one who notices. When he realizes that communicating with Gavin is more difficult than he'd anticipated, Adam must relearn the methods of insect communication in order to ensure Gavin's visit is a welcome one. Themes explored include 'Effective Communication', and 'Acceptance of Others'. In the Hands On activity, Termite Trails, we watch how different insects communicate with one another and then explore whether ...

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Themes explored: Trust, Friendship, and Healthy Interaction with Others Hands On: Attracting Attention - how do bugs attract each other? Science Covered: Sounds, Movements & Other Behaviors that Bugs Employ to Attract a Mate. Love is in the air for single bachelors Adam and Gilbert as they explore speed dating and the entrancing dances, performances and rituals that insects use to find a mate!

Themes explored: Vanity, Friendship, and Forgiveness. Hands On: Life Stages - how do complete and incomplete metamorphosis differ? Science Covered: Insect Life Stages, with Emphasis on Complete and Incomplete Metamorphosis. When Gilbert learns that he owes $3,200 to the IRS, he signs up for Extreme Bug Makeover, a metamorphosis competition, to win the $10,000 grand prize. However Gilbert soon realizes that his talents can't compare to the amazing and real metamorphoses of his competitors, so he gets an extreme makeover of his own to try to emulate them. Thanks to his ...

Themes Explored: Loyalty to Loved Ones, Healthful Lifestyle, and Avoiding Illness in School. Hands On: Germs - how does contagious disease spread? Science Covered: Arthropod Diseases, Modes & Containment of Contagious Disease, and Avoiding Illness. There's a bug in the air... and it's not the cute kind! When Gilbert comes down with flu symptoms, Adam rushes to find a cure. But in the meantime, Bug Bites needs a co-host! Kids will laugh and learn as Adam auditions a slew of wannabe stars. Even as we investigate the various insect illnesses that could be plaguing ...

Themes Explored: Uniqueness as an Asset, Physical Exercise, Sharing, and Conflict Resolution. Hands On: Bullies - is size the only way to be strong? Science Covered: Insect Castes and Division of Labor. After a confrontation with a bully during lunch, Gilbert works out like mad in order to become a "soldier roach" and avoid getting picked-on. It isn't long before Gilbert's hectic lifestyle interferes with the show, and his "alpha-bug" attitude begins to make the kids uncomfortable. Can Adam convince Gilbert there are much better ways to handle bullies and that Gilbert...

Themes Explored: Parenthood & Family Dynamics, Responsibility for One's Actions, and Following Through on Commitments. Hands On: Egg Drop Troupe - how do bugs protect their young? Science Covered: Modes of Bug Parenting, Brood Size, and Different Species' Unique Requirements to Thrive. At the premiere of Piscattso's art show, Adam and Gilbert learn that Piscattso is a new father to 100 daughters. In order to make some extra money, Adam and Gilbert start an insect daycare and soon find themselves ankle deep in thousands of bug babies. With their reputations on the line...

Themes Explored: Uniqueness as an Asset, Celebration & Acceptance of Differences, and Self-Confidence. Hands On: So Long, Sucker - what role do mosquitoes have in the ecosystem? Science Covered: Hematophagous (Blood-Feeding) Bugs, and the Potential Importance of All Elements in a Healthy Ecosystem. It's Halloween at Bug Bites! When Molly mosquito gets scared by a vampire during Mystery Insect Theater, she vows to never drink blood again. It isn't long before other blood-sucking insects join her cause, and look for alternatives to their traditional diet. Can Adam and ...

Themes Explored: Self Expression, Personal Difference as an Asset, and Accountability. Hands On: Right Tool for the Job - how does mandible shape affect division of labor? Science Covered: Modes of Swarm Behavior, Pheromones, and Chemical Recognition. After receiving an exorbitant bill for late movie returns, Gilbert applies for a part-time office job. Before long, the repetitive culture of a (supposedly) hive-minded office starts to drive Gilbert mad. To make matters worse, Bill Lumbug, the stubborn office manager, seems to oppose any form of personal expression! ...

Themes Explored: Friendship, Trust, Acceptance, and Managing Outbreaks of Lice. Hands On: Two is a Crowd - how do we manage the spread of lice? Science Covered: Louse Natural History, Modes of Louse Transfer Between Hosts, Potential Significance of all Organisms in a Healthy Ecosystem. Andrew Lice Clay shows up one day in class. Gilbert is immediately taken by the guest, and invites him to stay. But Adam suspects Andrew may be looking for a new home, on the scalp of a child. Upon getting to know the louse, we explore what these insects look for in potential homes, and...

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