How birds have adapted to their environment

Hands on Science is fun for students in grades K - 5. This lesson can take place in one period or expanded into several lessons. I used this lesson with modifications for Kindergarden through G5.

Birds are highly evolved in so many ways. Students will take a close look at three different ways birds have evolved and adapted to their environment.

Students will conduct 3 explorations.

1. The first is a matching activity for what feet match different birds. Short videos explain the correct answers.

2. Students will examine different wings of birds and how they fly. Students will fly three different kinds of paper airplanes, showing how different wings fly. You will need to fold paper airplanes matching the birds. (instructions included).

3. Examine how different beaks work best for different food sources. (you will need to gather some hands on supplies easily found at home or school)

Finally there is a podcast for students to listen to and complete a note taking activity.