How to identify pollinating insects
Garden plants help support a range of pollinating insects. Use this spotter guide to identify those that visit your garden or a local green space.
Quick facts
Learning objectives:
Identify a range of bees and their habitats
1
Describe the life cycle of a bumblebee
2
Understand pollination’s role in plant reproduction and food production
3
Understand the risks posed to bees by environmental change
4
Know the part we can play in protecting bees
5
Science: Covers pollination, plant reproduction, ecosystems, and biodiversity
6
Geography: Encourages understanding of habitats, human impact on the environment, and conservation
7
Design and Technology (D&T): Supports designing and creating bee-friendly habitats
8
PSHE: Promotes responsibility for the environment and understanding of human impact on nature
9
Key vocabulary
Bees | | Habitat | Conservation | Flowers | | Pollen | Wildlife
Monthly activities
Download our month by month PowerPoint slides to explore each of the below activities with your pupils.
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