Resources for Schools
Drawing Dandelion Seeds
Learn to draw the beautiful detail of a dandelion seed head and discover how the 'seed parachutes' are adapted to floating on the wind.
Ladybird Life Cycle Info
Learn about the life cycle of the ladybird, an important beneficial insect in gardens and on the farm.
Ladybird Life Cycle (Teacher Support)
Teacher's guide to Ladybird life cycle Info sheet, including answers.
Ladybird/Mumutawa Spotter
Find ladybirds at different stages of their life cycle and performing different natural behaviours. Can you find different ladybird species too?
Bee, Wasp, Drone Fly
Use powers of observation to find the differences between three common insects — bee, wasp and drone fly.
Bee, Wasp, Drone Fly (Teacher Support)
Teacher's guide to Bee, wasp, drone fly Activity sheet, including answers.
Flowers for bees
Grow flowers for bees and assess which are most favoured. Which bees do the most work visiting flowers?
Seed bombs
Make seed bombs for throwing into wasteland or eroded areas. The seeds will germinate to create a wild flower area for bees and other beneficial insects.
Flower facts
Learn about flower parts and the differences between insect and wind-pollinated flowers.