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Eco-Friendly Bird Feeder

8–12 yrs

Description

Build a bird feeder from recycled materials, promoting engineering skills and environmental care through observing bird behavior outdoors.

Details

1. Cut a plastic bottle in half and use the top half (funnel shape).
2. Poke two holes near the rim and thread a string to hang it.
3. Fill with birdseed.
4. Hang the feeder on a tree branch.
5. Observe and record birds that visit.
6. Discuss bird species and their role in nature.

Materials

Plastic bottle, scissors, string, birdseed