Praying Mantis Life Cycle Games Activity Booklet

Paula — Wed, 13 Jan 2021 15:21:00 +0000

What do you know about the praying mantis or the praying mantis life cycle? It is at once one of the creepiest and also one of the coolest bugs going. That’s why I thought it would be fun to share this praying mantis life cycle games booklet with you. Post may contain affiliate links as a service to readers. I receive a small commission via purchases made. There comes a point in every elementary school curriculum when they teach life cycles of animals, plants, humans and insects too. So, whether you are doing remote learning, or in person school this crazy pandemic year, you can probably use this educational booklet to supplement learning. So, what do you know about the praying mantis or the praying mantis life cycle? Have you ever seen one up close? Praying Mantis Facts When they clasp their forelegs together, they look like they are praying. They are named for a greek word mantikos which means prophet. The females sometimes eat their mates. They are cannibals. Did You Know? These quirky insects have two eyes and only one ear. While a few gardening companies and smaller outfits sell mantids as insect control for your garden, they are not actually that beneficial. Mantids do not discriminate and will eat all of the bugs in your garden, even the helpful species. There are many cute garden accessories though that look like praying mantis insects but less creepy. LOL. Get this set of metal insects for the gardener in your life. They are super adorable. There are over 2,000 species of mantids. Mantids are not native to North America, but a few of the varieties were introduced to areas of the US, such as New York and Philadelphia. Interested in learning more about the Praying Mantis? Here are a few recommended resources. Are you a homeschooler? Get this kit to help bring this lesson to life. It’s perfect. Praying Mantis Life Cycle Kit and Toys This cute kid’s insects book works too. There are several praying mantis books available. Just determine what age level you are looking for. Finally, we also love this one….Praying Mantis Book What’s in the Book? The first page is a Glue the Pieces to the Page Puzzle. Page 2 is a sweet little maze – help the praying mantis find his way through the maze to the mare. Spelling and Trace the Letters to learn some new words like nymph. (great tool for nurturing early literacy) Page 4 is a Self Correcting Puzzle. Use the scissors to cut this out and help reinforce hand eye coordination and fine motor skills too. By the time the kids are done this praying mantis life cycle booklet, which is pretty simple, but also educational, they will understand a lot more about this curious insect. Download the full booklet here:

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Getting Rid of Wasps Naturally

Paula — Sun, 09 Aug 2015 07:03:22 +0000

By now you have probably searched how to get rid of wasps naturally many times this summer. Is there anything more annoying in the summer months than wasps? There’s a point in August where every time I set foot in my outdoor office (i.e.. my deck in the backyard) I am practically swarmed by wasps. That makes me nuts. But at the same time I don’t want to spray harsh chemicals around the yard. I mean we play there all the time and I work there too. So how do you get rid of wasps naturally? Is it even possible, or are they resistant to anything but a heavy handed approach? Well, I am here to tell you it is possible sometimes to banish these annoying flying insects from your outdoor playground. Getting rid of wasps naturally is the best way to remove wasps from areas of your home where they might present a danger. Because wasps are an integral part of our ecosystem, getting rid of wasps, even naturally, should only be a last resort. 5 Simple Ways of Getting Rid of Wasps Naturally It’s important to use natural ways to get rid of wasps for a couple of reasons. First, some bug sprays used to kill wasps can also be lethal to animals that might ingest the dead bugs. Second, some of these chemicals can be harmful, and since wasp killer comes in a spray form, it’s quite easy to accidentally inhale it. Soapy Water This is an easy, all-natural, and effective method of getting rid of wasps. Simply put about 1/4 cup of dishwashing liquid in a hose end sprayer, run the water until you get suds, and blast the nest with the soapy water from as far away as possible while still maintaining a strong water stream. The soap allows the water to penetrate the exoskeleton of the wasps, drowning them from the outside. Do this at or after dusk when all the wasps are in the nest. Might be gross, but it’s also one of the most effective ways to get rid of wasps. False Nests False nests work, because wasps are territorial. They won’t build a nest in the vicinity of another nest. You can find a variety of false nests out there from realistic to decorative. I believe the more realistic the better. Every little bit helps! Wasp Traps Another natural way of getting rid of wasps is the use of traps. Wasps like fresh bait, so change it often. Also the use of a savoury bait such as tuna or another meat will attract wasps, but not bees. Never use a sweet bait, as you will catch bees, and the bee population is already declining at an alarming rate. So leave them alone please. Homemade Wasp Spray You can also make your own homemade wasp spray. The recipe is extremely easy to prepare, and it does a wonderful job. This spray does double duty as a killer and a repellent. In a heat safe container, combine ginger, cayenne pepper, and horseradish with boiling water and let it steep overnight. After that combine 2 tbsp liquid soap with your root concoction. The soap kills the wasps, and the pepper/root tea repels them. OH By the way if you have other rodents in the garden this Critter Ridder organic pest repellant works brilliantly. [tweetthis]Homemade wasp spray is useful this time of year.[/tweetthis] Block Off Nests If you have an underground wasp problem, one of the easiest ways to get rid of them is simply blocking off the entrance and exit. You’ll need a good flashlight, because this is best done at night when the wasps are sleeping. After you find the holes, press a bowl or other barrier firmly over the holes and into the ground. You’ll trap all of the wasps, and they’ll eventually starve. You can also pour your soapy water mixture into the holes to further increase your odds of success. Just be quick about it! All-Natural Can be Effective These all natural methods of getting rid of wasps actually work, and they are completely harmless to you, your animals, and the environment. If you have nuisance wasps, I highly recommend any of these methods over using a harsh chemical spray. With these methods of getting rid of wasps, there’s no need to! FYI here’s my post on getting rid of ants naturally. This post contains affiliate links as a service to readers. If you make a purchase via one of the links I receive a small commission at no cost to you. Thank you for reading.

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