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Fill the Bill Lesson PlanFill the Bill Lesson Plan
Publisher
National Wildlife Federation
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Grade
K - 8th
Subjects
Science
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For Teacher Use
Duration
45 mins
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Direct Instruction
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Year
2001
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Fill the Bill

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The structure of a bird's beak lends itself to specific functions. Using an assortment of everyday objects, learners mimic the behaviors of bird beaks. They learn about the habits of different birds by studying their beaks.

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Concepts

birds, animal attributes, bird attributes, bird beaks

Additional Tags

science

Instructional Ideas

  • Show videos or photos of different types of bird beaks to use as an introduction to the lesson
  • Go on a nature hike and observe birds in their natural habitats and how they use their beaks

Classroom Considerations

  • Requires a specific set of materials and time for set up

Pros

  • Offers guiding questions to use throughout the lesson
  • Provides modifications for younger pupils

Cons

  • None

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