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Take the class outside with a bird watching lesson plan. Young ornithologists participate in an outdoor activity that guides them on how to observe and study the feathered animals. After walking around school campus, bird watchers provide a written and illustrated description of one bird they observed.
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Instructional Ideas
- Look up a bird camera online and note observations as you watch
- Put class members in pairs so that they can share a pair of binoculars
- Create a journal with a compilation of the bird watching sheets
Classroom Considerations
- Each class member needs a clipboard for writing on when they go outside
- Binoculars are needed, as stated by the plan, but does not detract from the activity if they are not available
- Ensure pupils have access to crayons
Pros
- Allows learners to take on the role of an ornithologist
- Provides a link for further research of birds individuals observe
Cons
- There is a typo on the worksheet; the first instruction under the second task should read shape