Explore your yard to discover and observe insects and small creatures
40 mins
Duration
Ages 3-6
Age Range
Easy
Difficulty
Materials Needed
- Magnifying glass
- Bug observation container
- Field notebook
- Pencil
- Camera
Step-by-Step Instructions
- 1
Gather your safari equipment and head outside
- 2
Look under rocks, logs, and in garden areas for bugs
- 3
Use the magnifying glass to observe insects closely
- 4
Gently place bugs in observation container for closer look
- 5
Draw pictures of the bugs you find in your field notebook
- 6
Always release bugs back to where you found them
Safety Tips
- Never touch unknown insects with bare hands
- Always release creatures back to their habitat
- Stay away from bee hives or wasp nests
- Wash hands thoroughly after bug hunting
Learning Goals
Scientific observationRespect for natureCountingDrawing skills
Fun Variations
- Create a bug identification chart
- Count different types of insects found
- Make up stories about the bugs you discover