Nursery project · Nursery & school
Outdoor Nature Explorer Corner
An outdoor explorer corner with Eduplay magnifier pots and an observation stand for watching insects and plants.
- Age4-8 years
- Difficultyeasy
- Timeapprox. 30 minutes
- Materials approx.1560-1580 €
What you need
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4 pieces · Large magnifier pots for safely observing insects
Large Observation Jar
3,99 € in stock · Item no. 150006 -
4 pieces · Two-way magnifier pots for close-up views
2-Way Magnifying Box
9,99 € in stock · Item no. 150042 -
1 piece · Insect and plant observation stand as a fixed explorer station in the garden
Insect and Plant Observation Stand
1.533,90 € in stock · Item no. ME31334
Step by step
- Set up the observation stand in a sheltered spot in the outdoor area
- Keep the magnifier pots ready to hand in a small box next to it
- Let children carefully place found insects or plant parts into the magnifier pots
- Discuss features together at the observation stand
- Release animals back where they were found after observing
Safety first
- Guide children to observe insects carefully and briefly, then release them again
- Magnifier pots are made of shatterproof plastic but should not be thrown or misused as toys
- Check the observation stand for a safe, level stand in the outdoor area
Variations
- Add a plant and insect identification book to the corner by season
- For smaller budgets, start with just the magnifier pots without the large observation stand
Our tips
- Institutions can order on invoice, which is helpful for larger outdoor purchases
- The explorer corner combines well with a group nature diary
Frequently asked questions
Is the observation stand weatherproof?
The stand is built for permanent outdoor use and constructed to be weatherproof.
Can we start without the large observation stand?
Yes, the magnifier pots alone are already enough to start first nature explorer activities.