Birding Builds observation skills

Although this article is not a "packaged lesson" that includes specific worksheets and assessments, it is full of ideas for using bird observation in the classroom---an activity that can be ... See More

Although this article is not a "packaged lesson" that includes specific worksheets and assessments, it is full of ideas for using bird observation in the classroom---an activity that can be done anywhere and anytime. Birds can be used to address student interests and develop experimental protocols that address questions students may have related to food, shelter, and behavior. Hang a feeder outside your classroom and then use this article as a springboard for improving student observation skills and developing inquiry projects. It is unfortunate that about half of the links to online resources are no longer functional.