Insects and Pollinators: A Fun and Free Homeschool Study for May

Explore the vital roles of insects and pollinators with your kids this May! Download our free nature study for hands-on learning.

Discover the Wonders of Insects and Pollinators with Your Homeschoolers This May!

Spring is in full bloom, and there’s no better time to dive into the fascinating world of insects and pollinators! Our free May nature study guide, Insects and Pollinators, is designed to help homeschooling families explore these tiny yet mighty creatures that play such crucial roles in our ecosystems.

This guide is packed with engaging activities, fun facts, and observation prompts to help your children learn about the diversity of insects, their lifecycles, and the vital work they do as pollinators. From bees and butterflies to beetles and ants, your family will develop a new appreciation for these busy workers and their contribution to the natural world.

Whether you’re identifying pollinators in your garden, creating an insect-friendly habitat, or simply marveling at their intricate designs, this study guide offers something for everyone. It’s perfect for fostering curiosity and a deeper connection to God’s creation.

Download Insects and Pollinators today and make May a month of discovery and awe in your homeschool. Happy exploring!

Suggested Activities for May Nature Study:

The following prompts are designed to encourage exploration, observation, and creativity while helping kids and teens learn about insects and pollinators, even in urban environments.

1. Neighborhood Insect Observation: Begin observing insects in your neighborhood and document their diversity.

2. Insect Species Checklist for the Month: Create a checklist of different insect species to spot throughout the month.

3. Researching Insect Life Cycles: Research the life cycles of common insects found in your area.

4. Insect Identification and Sketching: Identify and sketch the different insects you encounter.

5. DIY Insect Hotel Creation: Create a DIY insect hotel or bug house using recycled materials.

6. Documenting Insect Behaviors in Bug House: Observe and document insect behaviors in your bug house.

7. The Importance of Insects in Ecosystems: Learn about the importance of insects in maintaining ecosystems.

8. Attracting Insects to Your Garden: Experiment with different ways to attract insects to your garden or balcony.

9. Observing Ant Nest-Building: Observe ants and their intricate nest-building behaviors.

10. The Role of Insects in Pollination: Investigate the roles of different insects in pollination.

Want More Nature Activities, Crafts, and Scavenger Hunt Ideas?

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Each Nature Guide contains:

A Monthly Theme
Corresponding Lessons for Handbook of Nature Study, by Anna Botsford Comstock
A Recommended Reading List
Suggested Activities
Nature Journal Prompts
Nature Craft Ideas
Nature Poetry Selections
Scavenger Hunt (or Photo Snap List for Older Kids & Teens)
Nature Notebooking Page
Nature Notes Page

Add These Art Courses to Your Insects & Pollinators – Studying Insects and Their Role in Ecosystems May Nature Study:

For a well-rounded nature study, check out Heather Woodie’s Nature Journaling series from the Masterpiece Society. Purchase the complete set or individual courses. You can also see how Alisha creates a nature journaling page from the nature cards in our Charlotte Mason Morning Time sessions here.

For younger kids who might not be able to do nature journaling yet, why not add in Alisha’s Backyard Nature course for easy art tutorials with a nature focus?

Nature Journaling

Nature Journaling: Insects

Backyard Nature: Mixed Media Art for Kids K-2

Check Out These Videos for Nature Study Inspiration:

Discover how to grow a pollinator-friendly garden:

Explore pollinators and their benefits:

Discover how pollination works:

Learn about how flowers and pollinators adapt to one another:

Watch a small caterpillar hatch:

Add These Books to Your Nature Study:

Pick up some of these books from your local library to add to your May nature study, or grab them off Amazon to add to your family library’s permanent collection!