In Term 3 groups of students from Pīwakawaka, Kea and Toroa had a visit from Ruud Kleinpaste, also known as 'The Bug man,' who came to teach us all about the fascinating bugs we can find here at school and in our gardens at home.

During the session, students learned about a wide variety of native insects, including spiders, cockroaches, centipedes, worms, slugs, and many more. Ruud showed us how to handle bugs safely and what to look for when exploring the outdoors.

After the lesson, we went on a bug hunt around the school to see what creatures we could discover. Everyone was careful to treat the bugs with kindness and respect, recognizing their important role in our ecosystem.

It was fun and educational, and we’re grateful to Ruud for sharing his knowledge and passion for bugs with us!