https://www.littleacornsnursery.school/tag/pollinators/ Fri, 22 May 2026 14:18:49 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://www.littleacornsnursery.school/world-bee-day-for-under-fives/ Wed, 16 Apr 2025 12:57:17 +0000 https://www.littleacornsnursery.school/?p=6991 Little learners, get ready – it’s almost time to buzz into action for World Bee Day! The annual event arrives in May and it’s a brilliant opportunity for children and families to get involved in something meaningful, fun, and full of learning opportunities. Bees are amazing little helpers, whether in gardens, parks or the countryside — but they need our help too! World Bee Day is a chance for children to discover the magic of these fascinating creatures, learn more about the natural world, and start to build early environmental awareness. They can get proactive too. Whether by planting wildflowers, spotting bees in the garden, or creating bee-inspired arts and crafts, even our tiniest learners can join in the buzz. Read on to learn more about this fun, educational, and hugely worthwhile event, which takes place each May.]]> https://www.littleacornsnursery.school/wildlife-friendly-flower-growing-activity-for-under-fives/ Fri, 14 Jul 2023 15:34:54 +0000 https://www.littleacornsnursery.school/?p=5907 Today's flower-growing children's activity follows on nicely from last month's butterfly-counting activity. Once again, it focuses on getting children outdoors, closer to nature, and doing some good for conservation and local wildlife — including butterflies. Also, as we know, outdoor play is important and getting closer to nature is hugely beneficial to children. This time, it's all about growing wildflowers that help to feed pollinators and encourage them to come to gardens, balconies, patios, plant pots, and window boxes where children live. As well as butterflies, the pollinators include bees, hoverflies, dragonflies, damselflies, and some non-flying insects like beetles. What's more, you may well find that wildflowers attract birds and sometimes even bats too! Pollinators are not only beautiful and adorable, but they're essential for a healthy environment and to pollinate food crops. So, all in all, this is another hugely worthwhile activity for under-fives and older children to get involved in. It's also great fun and educational. So, without further delay, here is our simple guide explaining how children and families can start growing wildlife-friendly flowers to support and attract these magical little creatures. Enjoy!]]>