Life Cycle of a Dragonfly

Discover one of nature's most incredible transformations with the Life Cycle of a Dragonfly resin specimen. This captivating display highlights each major stage of a dragonfly's journey - from tiny eggs, to active aquatic nymphs, and finally the fast-flying adult. Each stage is preserved in crystal-clear resin, giving learners the chance to closely examine how bodies, wings and features evolve throughout the life cycle. Ideal for science corners, small-group investigations or independent discovery, this resource brings the excitement of insect biology into your learning environment in a playful and engaging way.
 

Why this product is beneficial

• Helps learners understand incomplete metamorphosis through real examples of dragonfly development.
• Encourages careful observation as learners compare changes in structure, size and body features across stages.
• Builds scientific vocabulary through discussion of nymphs, gills, wings and compound eyes.
• Strengthens sequencing and reasoning skills as learners place stages in order and explain each phase.

Classroom & play activity ideas

• Provide magnifiers so learners can sketch differences between the aquatic nymph and the adult dragonfly.
• Create a sequencing chart where learners place the resin stages in order and label them.
• Compare the dragonfly's development with that of a butterfly or grasshopper to explore types of metamorphosis.
• Encourage storytelling by asking learners to imagine being a dragonfly nymph emerging from the water.

Product Details

• Suitable age: 3 years and up
• Material: Real dragonfly life-cycle stages embedded in high-clarity resin
• What's includes: 4 resin cubes showcasing each state of the Dragonfly's life. Also includes an information sheet. 
• Dimensions: 

Stage 1–3 size: 6.0 × 3.5 × 2.0 cm

Adult size:  7.5 × 7.5 × 2.0 cm

• Safety information: Made using non-poisonous, odour-free resin. Smooth, rounded edges for safe handling in learning environments

Fun fact: Dragonflies have nearly 360-degree vision thanks to their huge compound eyes!