How do moths eat our clothes? This question was asked by students and answered by experts.
This is one of the questions posted by the co-production between ABC KIDS listen and The Conversation.
Families could read this article together with their children. Together you can think scientifically and engage in some further research to answer the inquiry questions.
Structure and features
Curious kids: how do moths eat our clothes?
Inquiry questions:
- Do moths eat all kinds of clothes? Are there any clothes they don't like to eat?
- What does the mouth of a moth look like? Is the mouth of an adult moth different from the mouth of a young moth larvae?
- Do moth balls really get rid of moths? What are moth balls made from?
- What are some alternative ways of getting rid of moths?
- How long does it take for a moth to make a hole in your clothes?
Teacher notes
- Science understanding strand
- Biological sciences
- Year 4
- Living things have life cycles.
This article and inquiry questions could connect with the life cycle of a moth.
