Description
Description
The Felt Life Cycle Of A Honey Bee 4pc Set offers a beautiful hands-on way to explore one of nature’s most fascinating transformations. Softly needle-felted and full of thoughtful detail, the set follows the journey from egg in a honeycomb to larva, pupa and finally a honey bee.
Perfect for small world play, nature tables and storytelling, these tactile pieces invite children to arrange the stages in sequence, explore the idea of metamorphosis and create their own nature-inspired scenes.
Key Features
- Felt pieces representing the different stages of the honey bee life cycle
- Beautifully needle-felted for a soft, tactile finish
- Ideal for small world play, storytelling and nature-inspired setups
Product Details
- Set includes: 4 life cycle stages of the honey bee, including egg in honeycomb, larva, pupa and adult honey bee.
- Life Cycle Play Mat comes separately
- Material: 100% organic New Zealand merino wool. Coloured with azo-free dyes
Educational Benefits
Aligned with the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF). Learning outcomes may extend beyond those listed, depending on context and use.
- Identity: Encourages children to follow their curiosity and explore the natural world in their own way.
- Community: Inspires conversations about bees, pollination and the important role insects play in our environment.
- Wellbeing: Offers a gentle tactile experience while supporting fine motor development through arranging and handling the felt pieces.
- Learning: Introduces sequencing, metamorphosis and life cycles through hands-on nature play.
- Communication: Encourages children to describe each stage, retell the honey bee’s journey and create stories around the set.
Ages: 3+ years.
