Curated OER
Bird Classification
In this bird classification activity, students are given a group of birds and then are to determine how they are similar or different from each other. Students read about 14 birds.
Cornell Lab of Ornithology
Cornell Lab of Ornithology: All About Birds
One of the great attractions of this site is the ability to listen to the birds. Each bird is categorized with a picture, description, its cry, conservation status and "Cool Facts." There are tips for attracting birds as well as...
University of Michigan
University of Michigan, Critter Catalog: Birds
A very comprehensive website that defines birds in general and then examines the various species of birds found in southeast Michigan. Look up a specific bird and find a description, pictures, sound clips, and classification information.
San Diego Zoo Global
San Diego Zoo: Birds
This resource provides detailed information about birds, as well as several pictures.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Biology: Bird Classification
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Describes how birds are classified.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Biology: Bird Classification
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Describes how birds are classified.
PBS
Nh Pbs: Nature Works: Great Blue Heron
This overview provides students and teachers with a brief description of the Great Blue Heron. The content of this resource includes information on the behavior, life cycle, characteristics, habitat, range and diet of the aquatic bird.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Biology: Birds Study Guide
This comprehensive study guide covers the main terms and concepts needed for a biology unit on birds.