Bug Hunt with a Magnifying Glass

Lift a rock, peek under bark, watch the ants – there's a whole world under your feet.

Time: 30 min
Age: 3–10 years
Energy: Calm
Where: Outdoors

Kids love tiny creatures. Watching bugs teaches patience, respect for living things and asking questions. It also helps take the "ew" out of creepy-crawlies.

The steps are in the app

Step-by-step instructions, tips and an easier and a harder version are waiting in the Hopsa app – along with 300 more ideas matched to your kids’ ages.

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