Objective
To stimulate the creativity and environmental awareness of young people, inviting them to explore and represent the crucial role of nature, bees, and biodiversity for our future.
Partecipants
- Preschool (ages 3–5)
- Primary school (ages 6–10)
- Lower secondary school (ages 11–13)
Temi principali
1. Nature in action: the role of bees in the ecosystem
2. The biodiversity of Trentino
3. A sustainable future: how we can protect nature
4. The importance of pollination for our food
CATEGORIES AND PROPOSED ACTIVITIES
Scuola dell'Infanzia (3-5 anni): "Piccoli Esploratori della Natura"
- Creation of colorful drawings depicting bees, flowers, and other insects
- Making sculptures with natural or recycled materials
- Songs or rhymes about bees and nature (audio or video recordings)
Scuola Primaria (6-10 anni): "Giovani Naturalisti in Azione"
- Drawings and works illustrating “Nature in Action”
- Short stories or comics about a bee’s journey
- Audio or video stories and tales about nature
Scuola Secondaria di Primo Grado (11-13 anni): "Guardiani del Futuro Verde"
- Short films or multimedia presentations on local biodiversity
- Photographic projects about Trentino’s nature
- Creation of podcasts on sustainability and the role of bees
- Innovative recipes that highlight local and sustainable ingredients
Guidelines for Submissions
- Free format: video, audio, drawing, sculpture, text, food, etc.
- Maximum duration for video and audio: 3 minutes
- Maximum size for physical works: 50x50x50 cm
- Each submission must be accompanied by a brief description
Timeline
- Project launch: early April
- Implementation period: 1 month
- Submission deadline: by May 10
Presentation Event (May 17–18)
- Exhibition of all submissions
- Live presentations of selected projects
- Interactive activities linked to the Bee Trek trail
- Awards for the most creative and meaningful works
Visibility and Sharing
- Publication of submissions on the Bee Trek website
- Sharing on Bee Trek’s social media channels
- Possible traveling exhibition in participating schools
Evaluation
Submissions will be evaluated based on:
1.Creativity and originality
2.Understanding and representation of the project’s themes
3.Communication impact
4.Attention to sustainability (use of recycled materials, etc.)
This project offers a unique opportunity for young people to express their vision of “Nature in Action” and “Seeds of the Future,” directly connecting to the values and objectives of Bee Trek. Through this creative challenge, we will foster environmental awareness and the importance of biodiversity, building a bridge between younger generations and the natural world around us.
