Free Parts of an Ant Worksheet
These free parts of an ant worksheet pages have been a great way for us to explore insect science at home, and they fit right in with our other animal anatomy worksheets.
My son enjoyed learning the names of each part—head, thorax, abdomen, legs, antennae, and mandibles—while coloring and labeling the ant in different ways.
If you’re looking for an easy, hands-on activity to support early science learning, these worksheets are a simple and fun place to start.
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What is the Anatomy of an Ant?
This worksheet set walks kids through the six main parts of an ant: head, thorax, abdomen, legs, antennae, and mandibles.
Each page reinforces this in a different way—one asks students to label each part by writing the name in a blank box, another provides a word bank for reference, and the third has the names filled in but requires kids to draw arrows to the correct body parts.
The head holds the ant’s eyes, antennae, and strong mandibles, which are used for biting and carrying.
The thorax connects the six legs and powers their movement.
The abdomen is the largest segment and contains vital organs.
Antennae help ants sense chemicals and vibrations.
The legs are used not just for walking, but for grooming and carrying.
And the mandibles—the ant’s jaws—are used for cutting, grabbing, and defense.
These worksheets help make all of that stick, especially for younger learners who benefit from both repetition and visual connection.
These free ant activities are ideal for introducing insect anatomy in a fun, age-appropriate way.
Once your kids are confident with the parts of an ant, keep the learning going with our free ant life cycle printables—a great next step in exploring how ants grow and change.
Books About Ants for Kids
If your kids are curious about ants, these picture books are a fun way to build on what they’ve learned with the worksheet. Each story adds something a little different—whether it’s facts, rhythm, or a sweet narrative.
- Are You an Ant? takes young readers on a journey through the world of ants, providing an engaging and educational exploration of their behaviors and characteristics.
- The Ants Go Marching? is a lively and rhythmic book that follows the adventure of marching ants, captivating young readers with its catchy song and vibrant illustrations.
- Little Ant and the Butterfly follows a small ant on a big journey of friendship and bravery. It’s a gentle story with a strong message and lovely illustrations that spark the imagination.
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Last Updated on 27 April 2025 by Clare Brown