Heard the buzz? The honey bee challenge teaches how bees are an integral part of food production. Youth begin with a farm-to-table activity, identifying foods that are reliant on bee pollination. Then, working in teams, youth will create “bee” bots and have them navigate a forage route over different fields. Follow-up discussion emphasizes the importance of honey bees and agriculture, as well as outlining ways for youth to help bees in their own community.
Age Level: 8+; 3rd-8th grade
Time: 2-3 hours.
Applications: Ecology, Agriculture, Apiology (honey bees), Pollination
Kit Contents
- Facilitator Guide
- 5 Challenge Mats
- Toothbrush heads
- Motors
- Batteries
- Pipe Cleaners
- Googly Eyes
- Double Sided Foam Tape
- Paper Cups
- Straws
- Scotch Tape
- Glitter (not pictured)
- Scissors
Pierce County 4-H
3602 Pacific Avenue
253-798-7160
extension.wsu.edu/pierce/4-h
Extension programs and employment are available to all without discrimination. Evidence of noncompliance may be reported through your local extension office. Persons with disabilities who require alternative means for communication, program information or reasonable accommodation need to contact Brian Brandt at bbrandt@wsu.edu at least 2 weeks prior to any event. Fee waivers are available as needed.
These services are supported by funding from Pierce County through its Human Services Department.