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If you’re looking for a fun way to explore nature and creativity with your preschooler, kindergartener, or first grader, you are going to LOVE our new Explore Bees preschool unit! Bees are fascinating creatures that play a crucial role in our environment, and young children will love the bee crafts and hands-on activities we've put together to help them learn all about these fuzzy, buzzy friends.
We know that planning engaging and educational activities can be time-consuming, which is why our bee crate is designed to make it easy for you! This all-in-one crate includes everything you need to dive into bee art for kids, bee activities for kids, and spring crafts for kids without extra prep work.
Let’s take a peek at some of the exciting activities included in this unit that will have your child buzzing with excitement! 🐝
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A bee crafts preschool unit is a wonderful way to combine science, art, and hands-on learning. Here’s why bees make a fantastic theme for early learners:
Bees are essential pollinators – Teaching children about their role in nature helps build awareness and appreciation for the environment.
They inspire creativity – From bee art preschool projects to sensory activities, bees are a great theme for engaging little hands and minds.
They connect to real-world experiences – Kids can spot bees in their gardens, making learning more meaningful.
It’s the perfect spring theme – Spring is the best time to explore bee crafts preschool activities as flowers bloom and pollinators get busy.
This preschool unit is packed with exciting activities that bring the world of bees to life in a fun and engaging way. From creative art projects to hands-on science activities, there’s something for every little learner. The following are just a few of the highlights your child will enjoy while exploring this unit!
We are SO EXCITED we were able to include this amazing Alphabet Garden Activity Set by Learning Resources in the bee crate. This super fun set introduces early literacy skills through hands-on play with the cutest little bees and flowers! Children will explore letters and sounds as they plant letter flowers, match uppercase and lowercase letters, and practice spelling simple words. The kit comes with eight activity ideas in the box, PLUS we came up with four more for you that we included in the Explore Bees activity guide!
Children will love creating their very own watercolor bumblebee using watercolors and construction paper. This bee art for kids encourages fine motor skills with cutting and gluing and artistic expression as they add their finishing details. The tissue paper wings are the most adorable touch ... not to mention those big eyes and cute little smile! SO CUTE!!!
This bee craft for preschoolers brings a beehive to life using bubble wrap and felt. Kids will attach bubble wrap to felt and cut to mimic the hexagonal honeycomb pattern found inside real hives. Once their hive is ready, they can add cute little felt bees and paper leaves to complete their masterpiece!
This preschool bee activity strengthens fine motor skills as children tear and layer paper to create an adorable bee. Using yellow and black paper, kids will form their bee’s round body, add wings, and glue on googly eyes. Look at that smile on our little tester! There is something just so stinkin' cute about these fuzzy works of art!
Give bees a safe place to rest with this hands-on STEM craft! In this project, kids will build a cozy bee house that they can hang in their own backyard, creating a real-world connection to pollinator conservation. This activity is a great way to show kids how we can support local wildlife and make a difference, however small. 💛
Bees love sunflowers, and this activity allows children to plant their own! Kids will start by placing sunflower seeds in soil, watering them, and watching them grow. As their sunflowers bloom, they can observe how bees visit the flowers to collect nectar. This spring craft for kids project teaches responsibility and patience while reinforcing pollination concepts.
Rolling beeswax sheets to make candles is a fun and simple craft that kids will love. As they shape their candles, they’ll also learn a little about how bees create wax to build their honeycomb. This hands-on activity is a great way to combine creativity with nature-inspired learning, plus it's so fun for them to make something useful they can take pride in as they see it used in your home!
Music and movement make learning fun! This unit includes engaging bee activities for kids like fingerplays and songs that encourage children to pretend to be buzzing bees. Through rhyming words and simple hand motions, kids will improve language development and coordination while singing about their favorite pollinators.
Understanding how bees grow and change is an essential part of this preschool bee unit. Kids will create a 3D diorama that illustrates the life cycle of a bee, from egg to adult. Using clay and paper, they’ll mold bee eggs, larvae, pupae, and adult bees, then arrange them inside a honeycomb-shaped diorama. This interactive craft builds science knowledge while letting kids get creative! SUCH a cute final project to this unit!
Our Bee Crate is designed to take the stress out of planning and preparing engaging activities for young learners. Here’s why families love it:
All materials included – No need to run to the craft store; everything you need for the bee activities for kids is in the crate.
Step-by-step guidance – Each activity comes with clear instructions, making it easy for parents to guide their little learners.
Multisensory learning – From art and storytelling to STEM and gardening, this unit offers diverse learning experiences.
Perfect for preschool and kindergarten – Designed for ages 3-6, this unit aligns with early learning standards.
This bee preschool unit is filled with hands-on activities that spark creativity and curiosity. The projects highlighted here are just a few of the many fun and educational experiences waiting inside the crate. Whether your child enjoys bee crafts, sensory play, or just snuggling up with adorable books, there’s something for every little learner!
Also: be sure to download our FREE Explore Bees Library Book List! Use this list of our favorite bee books to grab some more resources from your library to keep the buzz going!
Make learning easy and fun—order your Explore Bees crate today and bring the world of bees to life in your home!
Author: Elizabeth, Team Knowledge Crates
Elizabeth is a former public school teacher turned homeschool mom with a Master of Science in Education. She's been homeschooling for six years with her kiddos who are currently in kindergarten and third grade. At Knowledge Crates, Elizabeth develops the elementary unit studies and test-runs activities with her kids.
What are some fun and educational bee activities for preschoolers?
Think beyond coloring sheets! These bee-themed activities combine creativity and learning—like painting fuzzy bumblebees with tissue-paper wings, making bubble-wrap beehives, building bee houses, and planting sunflowers to learn about pollination. It’s all about hands-on fun that teaches real science in simple, age-appropriate ways.
Do these bee activities require special supplies?
Most don't, some do! Many of the ideas use everyday craft supplies. Plus, the bee-themed kit from Knowledge Crates include everything you need—glue, scissors, clay, coloring tools, planting seeds, and more—so there's no extra shopping required
How do bee crafts connect to early learning?
These activities develop fine motor skills through cutting, tearing, gluing, and painting. They also teach science concepts like pollination, insect life cycles, and environmental awareness in natural, engaging ways.
Are the crafts suitable for both preschoolers and elementary kids?
Yes! Basic versions can be adapted for preschoolers, while older kids can take projects deeper—such as adding detailed diagrams, writing, or more complex building. It’s hands-on learning rolled into one fun theme .
Is there a way to get everything as a kit?
Definitely! Knowledge Crates offers a full Explore Bees preschool unit, packed with the exact materials for these bee crafts, step-by-step guides, themed picture books, planting items, and optional book lists—making learning about bees easy and well-rounded.
