Honey Comes from Bees - Story time

My son loves honey and is fascinated by bees. But how exactly do bees make honey? To help him understand, I created story time cards (click to download) featuring realistic images that explain the process and let him experiment different foods with honey.

๐Ÿ Start with the Sweet Stuff!

Kick things off by tasting honey straight from the jar. Let your kiddo get messyโ€”touch it, feel it, describe its sticky texture. Trust me, it's worth the cleanup!

๐Ÿ Buzz Like a Bee

Next, get up close with a bee. Using a magnifier glass observe its wings and make buzzing sounds together. Itโ€™s all about engaging those senses.

๐Ÿ Story Time Cards

These super cool story time cards (click to download) show how bees make honey. Each card has a short description on the back. We go through them one by one, talking about whatโ€™s happening in each picture. Then piecing together a puzzle!

Story cards (front)

These can be printed and laminated. They can also be used as a puzzle.

Story cards (back)

Short descriptions accompanying the images.

๐Ÿ Taste Test Extravaganza

After we finish the cards, itโ€™s time to experiment. We tried honey with:

  • Yogurt

  • Cottage cheese

  • Bananas

  • Walnuts

  • And more!

Sprinkle in some cinnamon for extra fun. Let your child's imagination run wild as they discover how honey changes the flavor of different foods.

๐Ÿ Learn, Play, Taste!

This activity is fantastic for reading, exploring, and tasting. Plus, itโ€™s a great way to bond and learn together. So grab a jar of honey and get buzzing! ๐ŸŒŸ

Ready to sweeten up your day? ๐Ÿฏโœจ

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