Theme: Birds

Backyard Bird Watching

Materials List: – Bird feeders (variety of types) – Bird seed – Nesting materials (twigs, grass, yarn, etc.) – Binoculars – Notebook for drawing birds – Reference books on birds – Comfy seating area for observation Preschool Learning Objectives: 1. Develop an appreciation for nature and wildlife. 2. Practice observation skills by watching and identifying […]

Backyard Birds Scavenger Hunt List

Directions are included in the resource.

Bird and Birdhouse Color Matching Mat

Materials: Scissors Assembly Directions: Print Laminate (optional) Cut out the bird cards Directions for play: Students will place the correct colored bird to each birdhouse.  Learning Objectives:  Matching, Color and color word recognition Materials: Scissors Assembly Directions: Print Laminate (optional) Cut out the bird cards Directions for play: Students will place the correct colored bird […]

Bird Bingo

Materials: Scissors, Marker of choice Assembly Directions Print Laminate (optional) Cut out bird cards Directions for Play: Flip over a bird card and students use a counter of your choice to mark it on the mat. Alternate Play: Bird Memory Flip over and mix up the Bird cards. Print out two copies of the bird cards. […]

Bird Book List for Preschoolers

Bird Builds a Nest Book Companion -Vocabulary, Discussion Questions and Book Review Worksheet

Materials and Directions can are included in the product. Vocabulary Activity: 1. Gather the children in a comfortable area where they can see and hear you clearly. 2. Introduce the book “Bird Builds a Nest” by Martin Jenkins, showing them the cover and discussing what they think the book might be about based on the […]

Bird Builds a Nest Book Companion Set

In this preschool activity, children will read the book “Bird Builds a Nest” and then create their own bird nest craft. This printable collection includes discussion questions, a book report and step-by-step instructions for creating the craft. It is a fun and engaging way for children to learn about birds and their habitats.

Bird Fine Motor Sand Sweeping Mat

Materials: Filler of choice Assembly Directions: Print Laminate (optional) Directions for play: Place your sweeping mat inside a tray (cookie sheets, sand tray, plastic craft trays or cardboard trays with an edge to contain your filler work best). Pour a small amount of filler inside your tray (enough to cover the “blank” image) on the […]

Bird Nest Counting Mats 0-10

Materials: Scissors, Counters Assembly Directions Print Laminate (optional) Cut out the egg counters (optional) Directions for play: Place the correct amount of eggs on each  numbered mat. *Can also be used with counters of your choice.  Learning Objectives:  Number identification, Counting with one-to-one correspondence, Manipulating small objects with fingers and tools Materials: Scissors, Counters Assembly Directions […]

Bird Nest Ten Frame Mats with Counters

Materials: Scissors, Counters Assembly Directions: Print Laminate (optional) Cut out each card Directions for play: Students take turns placing a “counter of your choice” to each egg in the frame. *Can also be used with egg counters on pg. 33 Learning Objectives:  Number identification, Counting with one-to-one correspondence, Manipulating small objects with fingers and tools […]

Bird Pattern Block Mat

Materials: Scissors, Pattern Blocks Assembly Directions: Print Place a pattern block mat of your choice inside a dry erase pocket, page protector or laminate (for durability). Directions for play: Provide students with a mat and pattern blocks. Students use the mat as a guide to build the spring shape. After they have completed their design, provide […]

Bird Pre-Writing & Cutting Practice Worksheet

Materials: Scissors, Writing utensil Assembly Directions Print Directions: Students can use this page to practice their cutting or as a pre-writing practice.  Learning Objectives:  Learns that print flows from left to right, Tracing, Proper use of scissors Materials: Scissors, Writing utensil Assembly Directions Print Directions: Students can use this page to practice their cutting or […]