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Bee Paper Bag Puppet Craft For Kids [Free Template]


Did your kids know that bees are important pollinators? They play a crucial role in our ecosystem, and without them, many plants would not be able to reproduce.

That’s why it’s so important to teach kids about bees and their importance.

This bee paper bag puppet craft is a great way for kids to learn more about these fascinating creatures.

It’s also a fun way for them to get creative and use their imaginations.

Let your kids put on their own puppet show with these adorable little bees! All you need are some basic supplies and a few minutes to create this craft.

Also, be sure to check out all of our paper bag puppet crafts for more fun ideas!

Paper Bag Bee Craft

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Supplies

  • Brown paper bags
  • Colored cardstock or construction paper
  • Scissors
  • Glue stick
  • Bee template (enter your email in the form at the end of this post to have the link sent to you)

Directions

Download the bee template, print, and cut out the pieces you need.

hand holding bee paper bag puppet craft

Take the eyes and glue them above the mouth.

hand gluing eye to paper bag bee craft

Place the cheeks just below and slightly outside the eyes.

hand gluing cheek to paper bag bee craft

Next, take the antennae and glue them to the back and top of the bee’s head.

hand gluing antenna to paper bag bee craft

Begin to create the bee’s body by gluing the stripes along the main portion of the body.

hand gluing stripe to paper bag bee craft

Position the stinger at the bottom of the body and glue it to the back.

hand gluing stinger to paper bag bee craft

Take the completed body and glue it to the main portion of the brown paper bag.

hand gluing body to paper bag bee craft

Next, take the completed head and glue it to the flap portion of the bag.

hand gluing head to paper bag bee craft

Finish off the bee by gluing the wings on either side of the body in between the sides of the bag.

hand gluing wing to paper bag bee craft

Isn’t this such a cute spring craft? We think your kids will love it!

hand holding paper bag bee craft

Insect Ideas For Kids

Creating a fun and engaging insect unit study for kids is a great way to keep the learning going. With spring just around the corner, there is no better time to start exploring the fascinating world of bugs.

Whether you are looking for crafts, hands-on activities, or printable worksheets, there are plenty of tools out there that can help to make learning fun and exciting. Read on below for our favorite ideas!

Insect Books For Kids

Reading aloud is one of the best activities a parent or teacher can engage in with children. Not only does it encourage a love of reading and books, but it also provides children with a wonderful opportunity to practice their language skills, build their imaginations, and hone their listening skills.

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When adults read aloud to kids, they not only expand kids’ vocabularies by introducing new words and concepts, but they also help to refine kids’ communication skills by teaching them how to correctly enunciate words and speak with expression.

Furthermore, reading aloud helps kids develop confidence as they gain experience speaking in front of others. Overall, there truly is no better way for kids to explore the world of literature than through the joy of storytelling!

Try adding in some of these popular insect books:

Whenever we introduce a new theme or if we want to go deeper into it, we always start with children’s books! They’re an easy way to fill time and help kids learn to read or develop their vocabulary. Below are some of our favorite insect books for kids!

The Very Quiet Cricket– Everyone loves Eric Carle and this book is just as good as all his others! In it, a cricket is trying to discover how to make a sound, but when he rubs his legs together nothing happens. Follow him on his journey to find his very own sound! Kids love the ending where he and your child can hear the chirping!

Bugs A to Z is a great introductory insect book for kids. It’s great for kids to browse through and look at pictures and to find a short snippet about each bug.

Ten Little Ladybugs – This cute book is not only fun to read, but also fun to touch! Kids will want to read this book day after day and it helps them learn to count.

Insect Crafts

Crafting is a great activity for young kids because it helps to promote creativity and fine motor skills. With crafting, kids can explore their imaginations and express themselves in unique ways.

Additionally, crafting can help to improve hand-eye coordination and fine motor skills. So not only is crafting fun, but it can also be educational and beneficial for kids!

Add in some more crafts with some of our favorite bug ones below:

Butterfly Stick Puppet – This craft is easy for kids to make and is a great way to encourage their imaginations. Plus, it’s lots of fun! Your kids can now flutter their butterflies around anywhere they go. Let their imagination take flight this spring with this fun and easy craft.

Ladybug Headband Craft – What could be cuter than a ladybug headband? This simple papercraft is great for pretend play and helps encourage your child’s imagination. Plus, it’s a fun way to work on fine motor skills. Just print out the template, cut out the shapes, and let your little artist assemble the headband. They’ll love pretending to be a cute little ladybug!

Handprint Bee Craft – This no-paint handprint bee craft is perfect for younger kids! It’s a simple and fun craft that results in a cute keepsake. Plus, it’s a great way to introduce kids to the importance of bees in our ecosystem.

Tissue Paper Butterflies – This activity is not only colorful and engaging but also allows kids to get creative with their choice of colors and patterns. Plus, it requires just a few simple materials, making it an easy and enjoyable activity that can be done anytime. Whether you are looking for an activity to keep your little ones occupied on a rainy spring day or you want to give your older kids something fun to do after school, this butterfly craft is sure to delight kids of all ages.

Bee Activities For Kids

Looking for a fun, no-prep activity for your little ones? These bug color by number printables are a great way to keep kids entertained while also helping them practice number recognition. There are a variety of different designs to choose from, so you can find the perfect one for your child. Plus, coloring by number is a great way to help kids develop fine motor skills. So print out a few of these pages and let the fun begin!

paper bag bee craft

Preschoolers are naturally curious about the world around them, and one of the best ways to tap into that curiosity is through bug-themed educational activities. These preschool bug activities can help to enhance kids’ fine motor skills, support their developing pattern recognition abilities, foster their social-emotional skills, and improve their handwriting.

A bug sensory bin is a great way for kids to explore the world around them without staring at a screen all day. By providing them with a variety of objects to touch, smell, and see, they can use their senses to learn about the world around them. Plus, it’s a great way to keep them entertained!

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For a chance to have your child’s project featured, simply snap a picture of the completed project and post it to our Facebook page, email it to us directly by clicking here, or use #simpleeverydaymom on your social media!

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Bee Paper Bag Puppet Craft For Kids

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Active Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Difficulty: Easy

This bee paper bag puppet craft is perfect for kids who love pretending and using their imaginations. It's also a great way to get them excited about spring and summer!

Materials

  • Brown paper bags
  • Colored cardstock or construction paper
  • Scissors
  • Glue stick
  • Bee template

Instructions

  1. Download the bee template, print, and cut out the pieces you need.
  2. Take the eyes and glue them above the mouth.
  3. Place the cheeks just below and slightly outside the eyes.
  4. Next, take the antennae and glue them to the back and top of the bee's head.
  5. Begin to create the bee's body by gluing the stripes along the main portion of the body.
  6. Position the stinger at the bottom of the body and glue it to the back.
  7. Take the completed body and glue it to the main portion of the brown paper bag.
  8. Next, take the completed head and glue it to the flap portion of the bag.
  9. Finish off the bee by gluing the wings on either side of the body in between the sides of the bag.

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Sullin

Saturday 5th of October 2024

Necesito la plantilla para un proyecto de mi universidad

Sam

Monday 7th of October 2024

Of course! All you need to do is enter your email in the form at the end of this post to have the link sent to you. Once you've been confirmed as an email subscriber (by clicking the link in the first email), you simply enter your email in any of the forms and it'll automatically redirect you to the download page.

Rita

Thursday 29th of June 2023

How can I get template?

Sam

Friday 30th of June 2023

All you need to do is enter your email in the form at the end of this post to have the link sent to you. Once you've been confirmed as an email subscriber (by clicking the link in the first email), you simply enter your email in any of the forms and it'll automatically redirect you to the download page.

Nancy

Monday 5th of June 2023

I would like to make this and some of the other crafts but I can't download them. The place to put my email address isn't there.

Sam

Wednesday 7th of June 2023

If you're not able to see the form, it most likely means you have a firewall or adblocker blocking it from appearing. If you can allow the page or try from a personal device, you should be able to see it. Also, some readers say they're not able to see it on Chrome, but they can on other browsers. You may be able to try that as well ◡̈

Rhandelyn Ardon

Wednesday 17th of May 2023

Please forward template for bee paper bag craft rhandelyn.ardon@deped.gov.ph

Sam

Thursday 18th of May 2023

All you need to do is enter your email in the form at the end of this post to have the link sent to you. Once you've been confirmed as an email subscriber (by clicking the link in the first email), you simply enter your email in any of the forms and it'll automatically redirect you to the download page.

Brenda

Tuesday 25th of April 2023

1. I want the template sent to me. 2. Cute idea. 3. Please send.

Sam

Tuesday 25th of April 2023

Thanks! All you need to do is enter your email in the form at the end of this post to have the link sent to you 🙂

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