Description
Description
The Honey Bee Life Cycle set supports scientific inquiry with real-life bee specimens. Encased in clear resin, each stage of the honey bee lifecycle can be observed up close, allowing children to investigate the journey from egg to adult and understand the role bees play in pollination and food production.
The set includes 5 resin blocks, showcasing eggs, larva & pupa; honeycomb; drone, worker & queen bees; worker bee with pollen; and beeswax, honey & pollen.
Ideal for use with a light box or displayed on windows, these specimens create a captivating visual experience that supports early science learning. Children can examine details, compare textures and develop observational skills while building an appreciation for nature.
Key Features
- Real laminated specimens
- Transparent design for use with light boxes and window displays
- Includes teacher’s guide with specimen information and activity suggestions.
Product details
- Set includes: 5 x resin blocks (Eggs, Larva & Pupa; Honeycomb Foundation; Drone, Worker & Queen Bees; Worker Bee with Pollen; Beeswax, Honey & Pollen), 1 x teacher’s guide, 1 x storage box
Educational benefits
Aligned with the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF). Learning outcomes may extend beyond those listed, depending on context and use.
- Identity: Builds confidence through independent exploration and discovery
- Community: Encourages shared discussions about nature and biodiversity
- Wellbeing: Promotes calm, focused observation and sensory engagement
- Learning: Develops scientific thinking, inquiry skills and attention to detail
- Communication: Expands vocabulary through describing natural features and specimens









