More about Mini-Beasts
What is a mini beasts?
Mini-Beast Workshop with Wild Science 🐞🕷️
Get ready to shrink down into the incredible world of mini-beasts! In this hands-on workshop with Wild Science, curious minds will explore the fascinating creatures that crawl, wriggle, and flutter all around us.
Perfect for young scientists, this interactive session brings insects and other mini-beasts to life through real specimens, close-up investigations, and exciting science activities. Participants will discover how these tiny creatures survive, move, eat, and play a vital role in our ecosystems.
What to Expect
- Up-close encounters with real mini-beasts
- Fun, age-appropriate science explanations
- Learn about habitats, life cycles, and adaptations
- Hands-on activities that spark curiosity and confidence
- High-energy delivery from Wild Science’s expert presenters
Why Kids Love It
This workshop turns learning into an adventure. Children are encouraged to ask questions, make observations, and think like real scientists—all while having loads of fun. It’s engaging, educational, and unforgettable.
Perfect For
- Schools and early learning centres
- Holiday programs and OSHC
- Libraries and community events
- Birthday parties and special events
Let Wild Science ignite curiosity and inspire a love of nature with a Mini-Beast Workshop that’s buzzing with excitement!
What is the Core Focus?
- What is a mini-beast?
- What are invertebrates, and how are they different from vertebrates?
- Why are invertebrates so important to our ecosystem?
- How do invertebrates survive and protect themselves?
What Animals Are Used?
We showcase a variety of invertebrates, including insects, arachnids, and more.
To help students understand the differences between invertebrates and vertebrates, we also often include a mammal, reptile, or amphibian for comparison.
Download our Activity Worksheet:
👉 Click here for a free download of the Mini-Beast Activity Sheet- Younger Children
👉 Click here for a free download of the Mini-Beast Activity Sheet- Older Children
Recommended Session Duration & Ages:
We're excited to invite all children to our Mini-Beasts Workshop! It's especially loved by Nursery and Reception kids, who have a blast learning about these fascinating creatures during class anyway, and the animals are an added bonus.
Our sessions typically last 45 minutes to 1 hour to keep everyone engaged, but we’re happy to extend it if you’d like. For a full-day adventure, we offer six exciting one-hour sessions, perfect for students of all ages or larger groups. Come join us for a wonderful exploration that ignites creativity and joyful discoveries!
Book now and let the mini-beast adventure begin. 🐛✨