When we were finished assembling the bird feeder, we talked about the fruit we’d place on it. Once the beads were all strung, I tied the 4 pieces of yarn together at the top. And frustrated children!Īnd so, they threaded those beads until their fingers got tired or we ran out of yarn. This way if they dropped the yarn, we would not lose all the beads that were carefully strung on the yarn.Īnd yes, I have learned this from experience.
#Butterfly feeder series#
I did have them stop every so often so that I could tie knots in between a series of beads. This is very much like when we made our macaroni necklaces.
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Plus truly, if you know me by now, you know that I won’t stop a preschooler from wanting to use those fine motor skills! It made the feeder a little heavier, but we figured it wouldn’t blow around as much in the wind. They adore threading beads and kept on going. My preschoolers just could not stop at 8. The book’s photo shows 8 pony beads on each strand. Invite the children to string beads on the yarn. Tie one end of each strand of yarn between the hole and the edge of the lid. Punch 4 holes in the lid, as evenly spread out as possible.
#Butterfly feeder how to#
How to Make an Easy Butterfly Feeder for a Spring Science Activity Those are Colleen’s words, and I wholeheartedly agree. Studies show that being outside around nature can make you calmer, more peaceful, more attentive and even increase creativity and inventiveness.
When you put away the video games, close down the computer and turn off the television to head outside, you actually can make yourself smarter. Her book is packed with fun ideas to do with your kids outside. Knowing all the fun activities Colleen shares, I eagerly accepted. My blogging friend, Colleen Kessler, an award-winning educator and founder of the blog Raising Lifelong Learners, asked me if I’d like a copy of hew new book 100 Backyard Activities That Are the Dirtiest, Coolest, Creepy-Crawliest Ever.
This post contains affiliate links for your convenience. The children continue to talk about that experience, so I knew this activity would be a hit.ĭisclosure: I was given 100 Backyard Activities That Are the Dirtiest, Coolest, Creepy-Crawliest Ever to review for free. The idea of how to make an easy butterfly feeder came to mind after we released butterflies last month. Our toddlers and preschoolers are lucky to see all of this in person every time they are out there.Īnd so, creating feeders for these creatures is extra fun. We are lucky to be surrounded by mature trees and flowering shrubs that invite butterflies, birds, bees, and squirrels. I love using our outdoor area as a nature classroom. Inside: Teach your preschoolers how to care for butterflies with this super fun spring science activity! Learn what food they like to eat and then add some fine motor by threading beads on yarn to make an outdoor butterfly feeder.
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