DIY Honey Bee Finger Puppets

There’s something about bees that captures kids' curiosity — their gentle buzz, fuzzy little bodies, and of course, the golden honey they make. Whether you’re teaching a lesson about pollinators or just looking for a hands-on, creative activity, this bee-themed craft is a hit with kids of all ages.

Bonus? It’s mess-friendly, uses easy-to-find materials, and gives you a chance to talk about the importance of bees and the sweet gift of raw honey!

Age Range: 3–10 years
Time: 20–30 minutes
Mess Level: Low
Theme Tie-in: Pollinators, honey, nature, storytelling

🐝 What You’ll Need:

• Yellow and black construction paper (or felt)

• Scissors (safety scissors for young kids)

• Glue stick or tacky glue

• Googly eyes (or draw your own)

• White paper (for wings)

• Tape

• Markers or crayons

• Optional: pipe cleaners, pom-poms, or glitter for extra flair!

✂️ Instructions:

1. Make the Bee Body

Cut a rectangle of yellow construction paper about 1.5 inches tall by 4 inches wide. Wrap it into a tube that fits around a child’s finger and tape or glue the ends together.

2. Add Black Stripes

Cut thin black strips from construction paper and glue them around the yellow tube to make your bee’s signature stripes.

3. Give It Eyes & a Face

• Glue on googly eyes (or draw them)

• Use markers to add a smile, little cheeks, or antennae

4. Make the Wings

Cut out two small ovals from white paper and glue them to the back of the bee — you can angle them up or out like it's mid-flight.

5. Optional: Get Fancy!

• Add a small pom-pom on top for a fuzzy head

• Glue on tiny pipe cleaner antennae

• Add glitter to the wings for a "magical bee" look

🌼 Play & Learn

Once your bee finger puppets are done, the real fun begins! Here are a few educational and imaginative extensions:

• Pollination Game: Create paper flowers and let kids “buzz” from one to another, pretending to collect nectar.

• Honey Hunt: Hide small “honey” tokens (yellow pom-poms or paper circles) around the room and let kids find them like bees gathering nectar.

• Bee Theater: Let kids put on a puppet show about bees, hives, or their journey through a garden.

🧠 Learning Buzz

This craft is more than just cute — it’s a great opportunity to teach:

• The role of bees in pollination

• How honey is made

• Why bees are important for plants and food

• Simple anatomy of a bee (stripes, wings, antennae)

You can pair this craft with a book like The Honeybee by Kirsten Hall or Give Bees a Chance by Bethany Barton for a full themed activity hour.

🐝 Final Thoughts

Crafting with kids doesn’t have to be complicated — sometimes, all you need is a little paper, some glue, and a sweet idea. These bee finger puppets are not only adorable, but they also spark curiosity about the natural world and the hardworking pollinators that help keep it buzzing.

So the next time you're looking for a fun, honey-inspired activity, give this craft a try. It's sure to cause a buzz in the best way!