Pollinator relay game supply list for kids
For early elementary science groups learning how pollinators move pollen between flowers. The model uses washable craft materials rather than real pollen.
What to buy
Artificial flowers in assorted colors
12
Yellow washable tempera paint
1 bottle
Small pom-poms
24
Velcro wrist straps
12
Paper plates
12
Shallow trays
6
Large bee role cards
6
Flower station signs
6
Painter's tape for relay paths
Hand wipes
Paper towels
Safety smocks
1 per student
Observation sheets
1 per student
Pencils
1 per student
Who this list is for
Early elementary science groups can use this pollinator relay game supply list to model how pollinators move pollen between flowers. It uses washable craft materials rather than real pollen.
How to use this list
Place artificial flowers on paper plates in shallow trays and label stations with flower station signs. Add a small amount of yellow washable tempera paint to the activity setup, then use small pom-poms and Velcro wrist straps for the relay model. Students follow painter’s-tape paths while carrying their bee role. After each round, they can record what they observed on observation sheets with pencils.
Common mistakes
Do not use real pollen or turn the relay into a speed-only race. Keep paint contained in the trays and have students wear safety smocks. Wipe hands and station surfaces with hand wipes and paper towels between groups as needed.
What is on this list
Supplies include 12 artificial flowers, yellow washable tempera paint, 24 small pom-poms, 12 Velcro wrist straps, paper plates, shallow trays, bee role cards, flower signs, painter’s tape, hand wipes, paper towels, smocks, observation sheets, and pencils. Cross off items you own.
Before you go
Scale flowers, plates, straps, and smocks to the number of relay participants. Mark clear paths with painter’s tape before paint is opened. Put wipes and paper towels at each flower station.
FAQ
Who is "Pollinator relay game supply list for kids" for?
Early elementary science groups can use this pollinator relay game supply list to model how pollinators move pollen between flowers. It uses washable craft materials rather than real pollen.
How should I use "Pollinator relay game supply list for kids"?
Place artificial flowers on paper plates in shallow trays and label stations with flower station signs. Add a small amount of yellow washable tempera paint to the activity setup, then use small pom-poms and Velcro wrist straps for the relay model. Students follow painter’s-tape paths while carrying their bee role. After each round, they can record what they…
What should I skip or avoid with "Pollinator relay game supply list for kids"?
Do not use real pollen or turn the relay into a speed-only race. Keep paint contained in the trays and have students wear safety smocks. Wipe hands and station surfaces with hand wipes and paper towels between groups as needed.
What is on the "Pollinator relay game supply list for kids" list?
Supplies include 12 artificial flowers, yellow washable tempera paint, 24 small pom-poms, 12 Velcro wrist straps, paper plates, shallow trays, bee role cards, flower signs, painter’s tape, hand wipes, paper towels, smocks, observation sheets, and pencils. Cross off items you own.
What should I do before I go?
Scale flowers, plates, straps, and smocks to the number of relay participants. Mark clear paths with painter’s tape before paint is opened. Put wipes and paper towels at each flower station.
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