Build A Bee Bath

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In this activity, learners use found natural materials to create a water haven for bees and other insects. Appropriate for any age, learners spend time in nature constructing a bath for other organisms and considering why this might be important to provide. Activity includes step-by-step instructions.

Quick Guide

Preparation Time:
Under 5 minutes
Learning Time:
10 to 30 minutes
Estimated Materials Cost:
free per group of students
Age Range:
Ages 4 - adult
Resource Type:
Activity
Language:
English

Materials List (per group of students)

  • Small to medium reusable container, like an old Tupperware container
  • Rocks, small twigs, bark – sized to fit in your container
  • Water

Keywords

Subjects

  • Engineering and Technology
    • Engineering
  • Life Sciences
    • Ecology

Informal Categories

  • Animals
  • Nature and Environment
  • Outdoor Activity

Other

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Access Rights:

  • Free access

By:

Source Collection

  • Discovery At Home

Rights:

  • All rights reserved, Discovery Museum, 2020