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Feed the Birds ActivityFeed the Birds Activity
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American Museum of Natural History
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6th - 12th
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Feed the Birds

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Scholars use a large carton, string, an emery board, and bird food to create a hand-made bird feeder. After completing the craft, pupils keep a journal to track their observations.

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Concepts

birds, bird feeders, crafts

Instructional Ideas

  • If making multiple feeders in your classroom, ask families to donate supplies
  • Encourage families to complete the craft over spring break
  • Take pictures of the birds that eat at the feeder, create a wall to showcase the many different visitors you see

Classroom Considerations

  • The craft can be completed at home or school
  • Consider food allergies when handling the contents of the bird feeder—be sure to wash hands after touching so as not to contaminate other things
  • This resource is only available on an unencrypted HTTP website.It should be fine for general use, but don’t use it to share any personally identifiable information

Pros

  • Offers tips to attract more birds or keep unwanted visitors away
  • Steps are easy to follow and are accompanied by pictures

Cons

  • None

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