Bring the wonder of Spiny Leaf Insects and minibeasts into your classroom! Our exciting incursions are perfect for kindergartens, early learning centres, and OSHC programs — including school holidays, before, and after school care.
Discounted (20%) Spiny Leaf Insect Kit with every booking* — limited time only!
Kinder Program
(3YO, 4YO & Mixed Groups)
Interactive Presentation – Using puppets, props, and dress-up to introduce insect anatomy, life cycles, and camouflage.
Activity Rotations:
- 🔬 Science and Explore Table
- 📚 Books and Bugs Table
- 🎨 Art and Crafts Table
- 🧩 Play and Learn Table
- 🦋 Dress Ups
Live Insect Encounter!











🧠 What They’ll Learn
Our programs are developed by qualified educators and entomologists to align with the Early Years Learning Framework. Children will:
Explore insect morphology (body parts)
Discover the life cycle of Spiny Leaf Insects
- Discover the unique relationship between Spinies and Ants!
Learn about camouflage and adaptation
Observe real insects up close
Engage in imaginative play and storytelling
Each session includes age-appropriate activities and plenty of photo opportunities!
- Cost:
1-hour presentation 25 children
- 1 session – $445 +GST
- 2 plus sessions (consecutive) – $295 +GST each
Travel surcharge (calculated from Caulfield Junction):
If over 20kms a small travel charge will apply to cover fuel costs.
Butterfly Adventures’ Early Childhood Incursions are created by qualified educators and entomologists with over 20 years of experience. Our play-based, interactive programs align with the Early Years Learning Framework and are designed to spark curiosity about nature and minibeasts!
Children will engage in a hands-on journey of discovery, learning about insect life cycles, camouflage and adaptations, and the amazing features of Spiny Leaf Insects — all through imaginative play, storytelling, and close encounters.
🌿 Each incursion includes age-appropriate learning stations, lots of interaction, and plenty of photo-worthy moments.