Learn about the attributes of birds and discover why these diverse animals are important. See live birds up close and examine bird artifacts like beaks, wings, and feathers. Also, hike our trails and look for birds in their natural environment. Extended program participants may choose from activities such as additional demonstrations, crafts, and nature games.
Grades K - 7th
Group Minimum 10
Duration 2 Hours Fee $15.00/participant (children and adults)
Extended Program Duration 2.5-3 hours Fee $20/participant (children and adults)
Objectives
STUDENTS WILL:
Identify the major characteristics of birds, including beaks, feet, feathers and wings.
Identify adaptations that allow birds to survive and reproduce in their environments.
Observe birds, such as our ambassador red-tailed hawk and quail, up close and look for wild birds in their native habitats.
Do a bird-themed craft or activity that connects bird characteristics and science TEKS to other learning.
Vocabulary
Bird- a vertebrate animal that: has feathers, a beak, and wings and is warm-blooded and lays hard-shelled eggs; most birds also have a lightweight (hollow) skeleton
Warm-blooded - able to regulate its body temperature and generate its own heat - endothermic
Adaptation - a structure (body part) or behavior that helps a plant or animal survive in its environment
Camouflage - coloration or shape that helps an animal blend into its habitat
Predator – an animal that hunts for and eats other animals
Prey – an animal that is hunted and eaten by other animals
Raptor - a bird with a sharp beak and talons that hunts for other animals - a bird of prey
Programs are adjusted to be age appropriate. All programs address the Science TEKS goal of engaging students in hands-on investigations of the natural world.
For specific, grade-level TEKS that may be included in our programs, see our Science TEKS chart below.
