5 fun and educational butterfly-themed activities to do at home!
We want to help keep all our doodlers happy and busy during this difficult time.
So we’re bringing you a series of special eatsleepdoodle 'lessons' packed full of indoor activities and helpful resources to help keep the kids both entertained and learning - perfect combination!
Here's our second 'lesson' in the series:
Fun activity #2 - Butterflies of the world
Exploring the great outdoors and discovering the beautiful butterflies of the world doesn't have to stop! Here are some fun butterfly-themed activities to do at home...
2. Download or print 3D butterfly flash cardsand watch as the butterflies come to life thanks to augmented reality. To see the butterflies in 3D: download the free Libraries of Life app onto your smartphone via theapp store (only compatible on Apple phones I'm afraid), scan the butterfly card (either printed or on screen - both work) and watch the 'real life' butterfly appear!
The Atala butterfly comes to life as it is scanned with the Libraries of Life app
4. If you have a balcony or garden, get hands on and watch as your very own caterpillars grow into beautiful butterflies, observing every step of the way with Insect Lore's Live Butterfly Garden Kit.
Live Butterfly Garden Kit from Insects Lore, £17.99
5. Finally, put all that caterpillar and butterfly knowledge to the test with the Primary Resources'fill in the blanks' printable.
Test your knowledge of the metamorphosis cycle with educational printable worksheets