Birds are magnificent for so many reasons: they are beautiful, they support ecosystems, and they inspire science, just to name a few. If you want to learn more about the importance of birds, read Bird Life's "Why we need birds (far more than they need us)" article.
Now, for the fun stuff. Use the resources below to learn everything you have ever wanted to know about birds! As you work through the resources, challenge yourself to demonstrate your learning in one or more of the following ways...
1. Identify birds you see outside.
2. Recognize the different songs birds sing.
3. Memorize a bird's anatomy.
4. Keep a journal or photo album of the birds you see.
5. Create Lego models of specific birds (see an example here) OR draw/paint specific birds.
6. Create a storybook, ABC book, or presentation sharing what you learned about birds.
Use this interactive to explore the evolution and diversity of birds around the world.
Use this interactive to learn more about bird anatomy and their different types of feathers.
Use this interactive to learn all about bird anatomy. You can even use flash cards to quiz yourself!
Use this link to find bird-themed puzzles, coloring pages, and handouts.
Watch birds from around the world using live cams.
Use the Cornell Lab video collection to learn more about birds.
Use the Cornell Lab of Ornithology website to learn more about birds.