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Find out what your children already know about bees. Use books or the


internet to explore further. Specifically, discuss the striped patterns of some bees.


together. You could also explore how other 2D shapes accomplish this.


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• 465301 - Early Mastery Number Trays 0-9 • 427929 - Shape Mirrors


Explore the inside of a beehive and examine the shape of a honeycomb. Ask children to investigate how hexagons fit


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Ask children to identify the differences between bees and other flying insects. Provide classifying activities where they sort insects into groups, such as flying and


non-flying.


You could use a tally chart to record the flying insects found in your garden. Repeat this count after planting wildflowers to see if it attracts more flying insects.


After your activities, why not finish with a treat for the children and staff and share honey sandwiches as a picnic in the garden (you all deserve it, after all!)


For more outdoor and nature based activity ideas for your tots, consider trying the Maths in Nature Activity Cards (product code 307305), available on the YPO website.


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