The set is a pack of four real bugs that have been preserved in clear acrylic blocks. The set comes with a mini magnifying glass, fact sheet and poster. So it can be a fun way to introduce creatures that you might not see in your back garden, like a scarab beetle, stag beetle, spider and scorpion. The poster and fact sheet help them to identify what they are looking for, and learn all about what that insect does. We got some great feedback from the children as they had not seen some of these bugs before, and were impressed by the detail that they could see, from colours to seeing the scorpion’s stinger.
What I Liked:
- I like that the children can see the bugs close up, but not have to be scared, so it works for keen bug-enthusiasts to those that are a little scared. Being something that doesn’t like the idea of actually touching bugs, it is a good way to see them close up, but being in control an not have them crawling. You can see all angles from the width and depth, to the top and bottom of them. So children who are a little fearful can gradually get close to them without actually touching them, so they still get to explore them which they wouldn’t be able to do at any other time.
- The set features a selection of two insects and two arachnids that are not easily found in your garden, so it is good for them to see some more ‘exotic’ mini-beasts, rather than just worms or ants that they could see regularly. It opens up the conversation about where you might find these bugs and what countries they tend to live in.
- The blocks are a good size to view and be handled, and the magnifying glass is perfect for little hands to view what is going on and inspect the blocks. Even though it is aimed at pre-school and above, I have been impressed at the range of ages that have shown an interest in the set. I think because it is the bugs but in a safe way, it makes even the nervous about bugs kids a little curious.
Priced at £13.99, I think the set is well priced and you get good value for money for what you get. Being resin blocks they are not easily breakable, so they will last for a while and can be passed down to others and still be in good condition. For any education settings or for a stocking filler, I think that these will work really well. We have been pleased with this set and the reception that it has received, so would recommend it.
What do you think to the set? It would be great to hear what you think.
*post in collaboration with WhizKidsLab. All opinions are my own.
I like educational toys like this one for children. My son would enjoy getting the chance to have a good look at a real bug.
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This looks a fun activity for kids into nature and it would like into the National Curriculum too
Wow! This is a fantastic process to educate the children. Generally, children like to play more than reading. So, I think by this process we can educate our children. And definitely will follow your tips. Thanks for your great suggestion!
Very fun post! And I think this article has educative value. Thanks for sharing your thought and ideas with us!