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Bird of the Month Membership! ON SALE
Our January Unit is all about the
Black Capped Chickadee
Join for our
Introductory Price of
$7/month
USD
The For the Love of Homeschooling Bird of the Month Subscription is a monthly subscriptions where each month you will receive an in-depth, all-ages unit study on a different bird each month that covers the following:
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Range & Mapping Activity
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Life Cycle Poster, 3 part cards, wheel, worksheets & make your own flashcards
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Anatomy Poster, flashcards, worksheets
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Readings
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Taxonomy & Classification Posters & Worksheets
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Monthly Bird Sighting & Nest Sighting Log
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STEM Activity
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Play Activity
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Coloring pages
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Nature Journal Recipe & Craft
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Book List
Chickadee Unit Study
Here's What Our Chickadee Unit Covers!
The Black-Capped Chickadee Unit is a bird-focused homeschooling curriculum that introduces children to the fascinating world of these winter-hardy birds. This unit offers a range of activities that explore the chickadee's life, anatomy, taxonomy, and more, with a special emphasis on how these non-migratory birds flourish in cold climates.
Perfect for whole family learning, this unit offers a range of activities and information along with a unique focus on winter adaptations and behaviors.
Through informative readings, interactive worksheets, and hands-on projects, children will discover the chickadee's remarkable adaptations for winter survival, including their use of feathers for insulation, their ability to enter a state of torpor to conserve energy, and their clever food caching behaviors.
The unit also highlights the importance of conservation and environmental awareness, fostering an appreciation for these delightful birds and their habitats.
The Black-Capped Chickadee Unit includes:
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Black-Capped Chickadee Basics: Bird fact cards, informative readings, and engaging activities to learn all about these charming chickadees.
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Life Cycle Adventures: Explore the journey from egg to adult with life cycle wheels, posters, and hands-on activities.
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Anatomical Antics: Discover the ins and outs of chickadee anatomy with informative posters and worksheets!
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Taxonomy Tidbits: Classify and categorize these captivating creatures with taxonomy posters and activities.
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Species Spotlights: Compare and contrast the black-capped chickadee with similar species through Venn diagrams and witty writing prompts.
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Diet and Predator Discoveries: Delve into the delicious diet of these delightful birds and learn about their pesky predators.
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Habitat and Range Explorations: Embark on a mapping mission to discover the chickadee's habitat and range.
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Conservation Corner: Cultivate compassion for these cuddly creatures and learn how to contribute to their conservation.
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STEM-sational Science: Build a bird-tastic diorama, conduct a feather-finding insulation experiment, weave a wonderful nest, and create a pinecone-packed bird feeder.
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Puzzles and Playful Pages: Piece together chickadee puzzles, ponder in your nature journal, and play with our chickadee play mat and coloring pages.
Don't let this bird-tastic opportunity fly away! Subscribe today and start your wintry chickadee adventure!
Our December Unit is all about the Wood Duck
Join for our
Introductory Price of
$7/month
USD
The For the Love of Homeschooling Bird of the Month Subscription is a monthly subscriptions where each month you will receive an in-depth, all-ages unit study on a different bird each month that covers the following:
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Range & Mapping Activity
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Life Cycle Poster, 3 part cards, wheel, worksheets & make your own flashcards
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Anatomy Poster, flashcards, worksheets
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Readings
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Taxonomy & Classification Posters & Worksheets
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Monthly Bird Sighting & Nest Sighting Log
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STEM Activity
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Play Activity
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Coloring pages
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Nature Journal Recipe & Craft
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Book List
Meet the Wood Duck
Here's What Our Wood Duck Unit Covers!
🦆 This December, our Bird of the Month Club invites young naturalists to discover the enchanting world of the Wood Duck! Packed with maps, flashcards, and creative activities, this unit brings the wonders of these incredible birds right to your learning space.
This comprehensive unit study is thoughtfully designed for multi-age learning, making it perfect for the whole family to explore together.
What's Included:
🦆 Fun Facts & Features: Explore taxonomy, bird anatomy, and the fascinating features that make Wood Ducks unique among North American waterfowl.
🦆 Life Cycle & Learning: Follow a duckling's journey with our vibrant posters, flashcards, and activity pages that bring their story to life.
🦆 STEM Exploration:
- Conduct waterproof feather experiments to discover how Wood Ducks stay dry
- Study feather thermoregulation
- Learn the secrets behind their survival in wet environments
🦆 Hands-On Activities:
- Build a swimming duck craft
- Complete Wood Duck puzzles
- Create interactive maps of their North American range
- Practice nature journaling with bird and nest-watching logs
- Explore creative writing prompts
🦆 Geography & Habitat:
- Follow Wood Duck journeys across North America
- Study interactive maps
- Learn about their unique habitats
- Understand the connection between geography and science
🦆 Nature Journal Resources:
- Bird watching logs
- Nest observation sheets
- Detailed observation guides
- Perfect for building outdoor exploration habits
Join us in celebrating these beautiful birds with activities that seamlessly blend STEM, nature study, and creative learning. From taxonomy to hands-on projects, the Wood Duck Unit Study has something for every young nature lover!
🌿 Whether you're a homeschooling family or simply a bird enthusiast, this unit study brings together the perfect mix of learning and exploration. Get ready to discover the wonderful world of Wood Ducks through maps, experiments, crafts, and outdoor adventures! 🦆