Birds in Winter

Discussion and Observation; Science Ideas

Discuss types of birds to be seen; migration; feeding – reasons why birds need a little help; what to feed and how. Set up a bird table, observe and record birds that feed and which foods are preferred.

Art and Craft

Individual bird pictures – some of which can be cut out and used in display – from observation, or using photographs as guide, or from fantasy. Use fabric collage, feather collections, wood shavings, wool, curled paper, overlapping layers of fringed tissue; also crayon and felt tip pens, or paint using fine brushes. Bird models from junk.

Maths

Counting birds on bird table at set times each day. Number of each kind seen. Largest and smallest birds. Weigh amounts of food given in grammes.

Other Language Ideas

Compose letter to RSPB asking for bird food and other information.

Bird names. Vocabulary – feather, hop, wing, beak, fly, peck, etc.

Movement/Drama – Bird-like movements – quick, light steps; hopping, pecking, flying away.

Music-Making

Imitating bird calls (listen to recordings) using voices and instruments.

Books and Stories – Books about birds.

Poems and Rhymes

“Who?” Florence Hoatson, Come Follow Me.

“The Birds on the School Windowsill”, Evelyn Dainty, Come Follow Me.

Songs and Music

“My Pigeon House”, High Road of Song.

“The North Wind Shall Blow”, Traditional.

Pictures to look at – R.S.P.B. posters.

Display Board

Pale blue sky, rag-rolled in deeper blue (dip rag in paint and roll or wipe gently but randomly over surface).

Bare trees – torn paper, painted brown.

Snow on ground – white paint, then potato and sponge print in just the faintest tinge of palest blue.

Bird table – Tape together and paint cardboard tubes. Bury one end in wide box weighted with stones or sand. Glue to other end a cutdown and painted cereal box to form bird table. Cover display table and weighted box with white sheeting. Display also bird models, bowls of bird food, greetings cards and tea towels with appropriate motifs; also books, and book of children’s writing.

School Visits

Have you ever considered visiting Bishop Burton College for a day out.

We can provide an interesting and exciting day for pupils. We can even link your visit with projects or coursework. Some of the areas we often include are:-

A visit to the Dairy

A visit to the Pig Unit

Woodland activities

Pond dipping

Plant growth and habitat

A close up look at the different animals on the Croft.

We can always tailor-make a trip to suit your needs. If at all interested contact the Schools Office on 01964 553077.

Trailer/Van Visits

Unable to come to Bishop Burton College, then why not let us come to you? We can provide ½ day or full day visits and bring the wonders of farm animals to the classroom – chickens, rabbits and guinea pigs

To find out more about this type of visit contact the Schools Office on 01964 553077.

Schools Office – Telephone 01964 553077

Bishop Burton College, Bishop Burton, Beverley, East Yorkshire, HU17 8QG.

Tel. 01964 553000 –

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