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Build Your Own Bug Hotel
Build Your Own Bug Hotel
Build Your Own Bug Hotel
Build Your Own Bug Hotel

Build Your Own Bug Hotel

Kids can construct a bug-friendly habitat that will let them get up close to the fascinating world of insects.

$34.00

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Give your backyard buddies a cozy new address—and your kids a hands-on lesson in nature, design, and STEM. This kit lets young builders construct a real wooden insect habitat, complete with natural nesting materials and paints for personal creativity. Designed for outdoor use, it’s a welcome shelter for helpful bugs like bees, butterflies, and ladybugs. Whether you build it with your youngster or let confident older kids take the lead, this screen-free project builds fine-motor skills, creativity, and a love for the outdoors—all in one charming little hotel.

  • Builds a functional bug hotel to shelter pollinators and beneficial backyard insects.
  • Materials include eucalyptus cylinders, bamboo tubes, pine cones, and mulch.
  • Kit comes with FSC-certified cedarwood, zinc-plated screws, screwdriver, glue, water-based acrylic paints, brushes, and natural nesting materials.
  • Supports backyard ecosystems while teaching fine-motor skills and design thinking.
  • Recommended for ages 6+ with adult supervision; 10–11+ with tool experience.
  • Made in China.

WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD – Small parts. Not for children under 3 years.

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Ages

Recommend 6+

Made from

pine cones, cedar wood, glue, steel, bamboo, paint brushes, water based acrylic paint

Measurements

12" L x 5.5" W x 2" H

Care

Wipe with cloth

Item ID

61650

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  • 5 stars out of 5
  • Ally
  • verified reviewer
  • Chicago, IL

Wonderful way to foster nature!

For a youngster fascinated by the natural world, this makes a terrific gift!#sweepstakes

  • 5 stars out of 5
  • Grandma MJ
  • Alaska

LOVE this!

Exceptional quality materials. Everything needed was included and the instructions were very clear. With dad's help the project was very fun to complete. Highly recommend. Will for sure buy additional products from the seller

For curious hands and minds, a hands-on building kit turns backyard time into a mini science lab. It teaches fine-motor skills, patience, and a soft spot for pollinators — all while being oddly satisfying to assemble. Browse our playful, STEM-minded gifts for kids for more crafty ideas that inspire exploration.