Winter Birds Sample Pack GorNature Study Club is about bringing science and the natural world to you in a way that is approachable, engaging, and attainable for a whole family to do together. What sets this nature study apart from any other out there is its focus on science, STEM, and using academic skills in a fun w while the whole family learns together at their age level (including the parents!). Featuring brilliant illustrations, wonderful readings, and tailor-made assignments, this collection of samples from our Winter Bird unit study is a peek inside what makes Nature Study Club so great! We'd love for you to join us! For more information about Nature Study club, or to sign up, visit us at RIOD: forticlovca}hrMlllmalaae ema ure-study-club Click HERE to Purchase the Full Winter Birds Unit A peek into the For the Love of Homeschooling Nature Study Club ror the Love of Homeschooling Nature Study Club Sample pack contains readings, printables, and activities from our Winter Bird unit, and each of our four student workbooks (read more about them on the next pagel) s sample pack, you will find: hers guide for Day 9 of our Winter Bird unit study. + 4 Student Workbooks + A few items from our Printable Pack for day 9 plus more! + A booklist for this unit study | the 20 lesson overview to at this unit study has to offer! Click HERE to Learn More About Our Nature Study Club FortheLoveofHomeschooling2024@What is the For the Love of Homeschooling Nature Study Club? The For the Love of Homeschooling Nature Study Club is an in-depth, all-ages curriculum that can be enjoyed worldwide and aims to take you and your children deeper into the a marvelous world of nature than you have ever been before! Each month club members will receive: ¢ A Brand New Printable Nature Study with in-depth daily plans, a teacher's manual, and student workbooks for 4 age levels (Little Explorer 3-5, Junior Explorer 6-8, Senior Explorer 9-11 & Expert Explorer 12 & up) delivered to your inbox ($28 value) Original games, crafts, recipes, art projects, and a custom watercolor tutorial on the nature study topic of the month. ¢ Weekly nature freebies and discounts that won't be available anywhere else! (Min $10/mth value) Monthly prizes and giveaways that are exclusively for Nature Study Club Members PLUS SO MUCH MORE! Currently FortheLoveofHomeschooling2024@NATURE STUDY ee FREE WALL CALENDAR ‘iv OUR 2024 WALL CALENDAR IS BEAUTIFUL TO DISPLAY AND ALSO GIVES YOU A PEEK AT WHAT NATURE STUDY TOPICS WE WILL BE LEARNING ABOUT THIS YEAR! FOR THE LOVE OF HOMESCHOOLINGHERE'S WHAT YOU WILL FIND IN THIS SAMPLE PACK! Included in this sample, you will find: * Book List * Barn Owl Anatomy Poster * Owl & Human Eye 3 Part Cards * Day 9 Lesson Plan from the Teachers Manual - Barn Owls * Group Activity - Barn Owls Eye Sight Activity & Binoculars Student Workbooks * Little Explorer - Barn Owl Bird Guide Book Entry (level 1) * Junior Explorer - Barn Owl Guide Book Entry (level 2) * Senior & Expert Explorer - Barn Owl Adaptations Bonus! Barn Owl Group Art Project for all Ages This sample pack includes activities from day 9 of our Winter Birds Unit. The entire unit is 20 days of in-depth lessons that cover several winter birds. We hope you enjoy this small sample of this incredible unit! Click HERE to purchase the entire unit from our shop! Here’s a some of what’s included in the full unit!HERE'S WHAT'S INCLUDED IN THE FULL WINTER BIRDS UNIT! Our Winter Birds Nature Study unit is designed to bring the beauty and diversity of winter avian life straight to your homeschool curriculum. Here's what's covered in this extensive unit: Day 1 - Intro to Winter Birds: Embark on this journey with an introduction to the fascinating world of winter birds. Discover their unique characteristics, migration patterns, and the adaptations that help them thrive in colder climates. Day 2 - Wings & Feathers: Delve into the intricacies of wings and feathers and explore how feathers provide warmth, trap air when fluffing, and play a vital role in maintaining an elevated body temperature, crucial for survival in winter. Day 3 - Talons: Uncover the secrets of talons and learn about the unique blood supply to a bird's feet. Explore the importance of talons in hunting, perching, and overall bird physiology. Day 4 - Beaks: Study the lightweight nature of bird beaks and their direct correlation to eating habits and diet. Understand how different beak shapes are adapted for specific feeding strategies. Day 5 - Group STEM: Engage in a collaborative STEM activity, applying knowledge gained throughout the week. This day provides an opportunity for hands-on exploration and experimentation related to winter birds. Day 6-10 - Individual Bird Studies: Dedicate each day to a specific winter bird - Chickadee, Snowy Owl, Cardinal, and Barn Owl. Explore their habitats, behaviors, and unique characteristics through a blend of hands-on activities, readings, and observations. Click HERE to purchase the entire unit from our shop!HERE'S WHAT'S INCLUDED IN THE FULL WINTER BIRDS UNIT! Day 10 - Group ART: Express your newfound knowledge through artistic endeavors, Create bird-themed art, perhaps inspired by the colors ofa cardinal or the snowy landscape inhabited by the Snowy Owl. Day 11 ~ Air Sacs & Bones: Learn about the intricacies of bird anatomy, focusing on air sacs and bones. Understand their role in flight and warmth, connecting back to the earlier discussions on beaks. Day 12 - Winter Habitat: Delve into the winter habitats of birds, including the construction of nests and the process of laying eggs. Explore how these aspects contribute to the survival and reproduction of winter birds. Day 13 - Winter Birds and Food: Explore the interconnectedness of winter birds and their food sources. Dive into concepts of food chains, trophic levels, and ecosystems to understand the delicate balance of nature. Day 14 - Gameschooling Day: Engage in educational games centered around winter birds, including memory, bingo, and our original game this month: Feathered Refuge! Reinforce learning through these interactive and fun activities that engage the whole family in avian activities! Day 15 - Group Poetry and Tea Time: Wrap up the unit with a touch of literary and sensory delight. Share bird-inspired poetry and enjoy a cozy tea time, fostering a love for nature and learning within the community. Day 16-20 Final Projects - This week, our explorers will be completing unique, age-appropriate final projects to show what they have learned Click HERE to purchase the entire unit from our shop!Printables Pack Sample Each of our Nature Study Units comes with an extensive printable pack that includes posters, three-part cards, games, and more to support your study! Here are the items that you will find in this sample pack: ¢ Barn Owl Anatomy Poster * Owl eye and Human Eye 3 Part Cards Here’s what you will find in the full Printable Pack included in the the full Nervous System & 5 Senses unit: Posters: bird anatomy, bird internal organs, bird wing anatomy, bird feet anatomy (2), beaks vs. bills, chickadee anatomy, snowy owl anatomy, cardinal anatomy, bird skeleton, bird respiratory system, trophic levels Flashcards and 3 part cards: snowy owl, cardinal, barn owl, chickadee, bird anatomy, winter bird ranges, types of bird feathers, bird feet, bird beaks and bills, owl skull, owl ear position, winter bird habitat Decor Printables: Photo party invites, Unit Study Banner Included Games: Memory Bingo Original Game: Feathered Refuge FortheLoveofHomeschooling20249Winter Birds Printable PackBARN OWL ANATOMY FortheLoveofHomeschooling2022-20240FortheLoveofHomeschooling2022-20240Barn Owl Barn Owl FortheLoveofHomeschooling2022-20240Winter Birds Teacher's ManualHi friend! Thank you so much for joining the For the Love of Homeschooling Nature Study Club! The Vision Homeschooling for the last 12 years has meant that I have spent countless hours putting together unit studies for my children, Over the years we have created beautiful memories with enriching unit studies that cover nature, art, crafts, poetry, baking, cooking, and much more, Now that I have children in almost every age range from preschool to high school, ic was imporeant for me to have a nature study curriculum that followed some of those earlier gentle rhythms that my children have come to love while at che same time making sure that the content was rich enough for my high-schooler. After months of planning, writing, and wo some incredibly talented arti Club ing with ts and curri tilum writers, the Nature Study finally here! [hope that you and your children will enjoy the gentle rhythms of this curriculum while digging deep into the amazing world of nature. ‘Thank you for joining our Nature Study Club. Sincerely, Samantha Skeete Founder, For the Love of Homeschooling Creator of Nature Study Club cknowledgments "Thank you to our incredible team that has made this collection po: Julia Novoa, M. ED - Curriculum Writer & Editor Monique Willms - Cur iculum Writer Brandy Lampron - Curriculum Writer Bonnie Hunt - Watercolor Artist Ellen Milley - Photographer Annalyn Parrish - Copy Editor FortheLoveofHomeschooling2022-20230Winter Birds Nature Study 20-Day Outline In this nature study, we will explore winter birds! Day One Day Two Day Three Day Four Day Five Intro to Winter Wings & Talons Beaks Group STEM Birds Feathers Day Six Day Seven Day Eight DayNine DayTen Chickadee Snowy Owl Cardinal Barn Owl Group Art or Artist Study Day Eleven Day Twelve Day Thirteen Day Fourteen Day Fifteen AirSacs& | WinterHabitat | WinterBirds | Game &Review | Group Poetry & Bones and Food Day Teatime Day Sixteen Day Seventeen Day Eighteen Day Nineteen Day Twenty Final Projects | ProjectWork | ProjectWork | Project Work Project Intro Period Period Period Presentations & Party FortheLoveofHomeschooling2022-2024@ 3WINTER BIRDS SHOP THE BOOKLIST These books are all OPTIONAL. We have included all of the reading materials chat you will need for this study in che unit itself, but the following books are ones we recommend for further study basta por) THE LITTLE BOOK BACKYARD SONGS BIRD GUIDE) Patel iT) Redd FortheLoveofHomeschooling2022-2024@ (3) Fortuny ons VIIIOII 9vVI309A Note About the Student Workbooks The For the Love of Homeschooling Nature Club studies were created to be used in a family. style setting, where everyone from preschoolers to high-school students can learn a brief des about the same topic! Below i ription of the subject matter covered in each workbook. Once you pick the notebook that is best for your child, you will be able to use the additional notebooks with them over the years as they grow. Little Explorer Notebook (ages 3-5) - This notebook is perfect for your youngest learner! With a focus on hands-on activities such as cut and paste, matching, size/order, tracing, coloring pages, simple crafts, and counting activities. Junior Explorer Notebook (ages 6-8) - This notebook is geared towards early elementary and includes simple writing exercises, copy work, identification and anatomy act and fine motor skill activities. enior Explorer Notebook (ages 9-11) - This notebook is geared towards your upper- elementary students and focuses on learning interesting content and exploring it through unique writing activities, STEM, art, and more. Expert Explorer Notebook (ages 12+) - Our last notebook is geared towards your oldes students, In this notebook, students will be invited to use the content they're learning in creative w sification, tackle higher-level writing a They will learn about cla ignments, and more. utilize the scientific method, collect and present data, explore art techniques, How to choose the right notebook: To decide which notebook is right for your child, we recommend looking through each one and choosing the one that has the MOST activities that your child would enjoy. You can always add pages from additional workbooks or print extra pages as fun bonus activities! FortheLoveofHomeschooling2022-2023 aDay Nine Schedule Topic: Barn Owl WARM-UP Take a look at your barn owl poster and find the flashcards that match barn owl from week one. DAILY READING c easy to identify. Barn owls live The heart-shaped face and onyx-like eyes of the barn ow! m: around the globe, with the largest species of barn ow! residing in North America. The smallest species live in che Galapagos Islands! Ler’ learn more aboue these amazing creatures, and observe how they different from snowy owls, © Appearance: Barn ow on their he: bodies. Th c pale and have dark eyes. Their plumage is a mix of ran and while chey are white elsewhere on their backs, and the upper area of their wing: are also known for their heart-shaped ficial dise, Their heart-shaped faces funnel sound to their ears, helping them locate small mammals in the dark. They do not have ear tufts like snowy owls do, * Nocturnal Predators: Barn owls are primarily nocturnal, relying on their exceptional night vis and hearing to hune for prey in the dark. ‘They simply do not need much light co see, making them able to swiftly move through the d also . Their ability to catch prey by sound alone unparalleled, meaning no one can match a barn owl at hunting by sound. During the day th, roost, most in man-made struccures like barns, grain silos, and churches that have steeple + Monog: ous Pairs: Barn owls often form monogamous pairs, and both parents actively participare in raising their young * Silene Flight: Barn owls have specialized feathers that reduce flight noise, allowing them to approach their prey silently. The feathers lining the front of their wings act like a comb, capturing air and sifting it down their wings until it hits the of the wing. The feathers at the end of the wing make up a trailing edge thae acts as a funnel, fuanneling air off che owl and into the night, and doing so silently * On the Hunt: When owls hunt, chey eriangulace their prey using hearing, and creep up. ectedly with their ability co fly silently, How they descend is also unique. An ow! swi body forward, with wings pointing back and feee pointing forward. Then, they spread their to allowing their talons to hook their prey * Vocalization: Barn owls do not hoot. Instead, they seream or make rasping, hissing sounds. WORKBOOK ACTIVITIES Student Workbooks Little Explorer - Day 4: Barn Owl, pgs 32°35 Junior Explorer - Barn Owl Bird Guide, pgs 34°37 Senior Explore Barn Owl Adaprations, pgs 25-26; Barn Owl Food Web, pg 27 Expert Explorer - Barn Owl Adaptations, pgs 33-34; Barn Owl Food Web, pg 35 FortheLoveofHomeschoolingzo2-2024© 35Day Nine Continued GROUP ACTIVITY Group Activity - Ornithologise Owl Seady - Remember, the facial disc collects sound to asymmetrically-placed ears directly behind the e) Owl eyes are shaped very differently than ours. They have an enormous retina, which facilitates night vision. They also have a larger eye lens (not pictured in owl eye). Finally, the cornea in an owl is fixed so they need to swivel their heads to see around them. Draw lines to each cornea and each retina pictured here. 1163, —Bye of Owl. FortheLoveofHomeschooling2022-2024@ 36Barn Ourl Binoculars MATERIALS + paper place + evo coiler paper rolls + mask template CREATE * Cur out your barn owl face cemplate * Ask an adult to assise with cutting out the barn + Line up the face template on your paper plate and circle where to cur out the eyes on the plate. * Cut flange edges on one end of each toilet paper roll. ‘This will require at least four cuts * Cut the eye holes into your paper plates. * Bend the flanged edges flac and glue the flat pieces to the back of your paper place. The toilet paper roll is bigger than the eye opening for a reason! (Check your owl eye flashcard to see why!) © Use your new barn owl binoculars! tremendous range of vision because Is by are actually held in their reti re huge! res are also enormous, making up 5% of their body weight, while human eyes take up only oooy%6 of our weight. ‘Owls also have far more neckbones than a human does, which allow them to swivel their heads ro see even more, When you test your barn owl binoculars, are you able to see farther than you usually might? How far do you need co turn your head (or body!) to see on either of your sides? FortheLoveoftlomeschooling2022-2024@ 37(Winter Birds a ——— "Little Explorer —— _——FortheLoveofHomeschooling2022-2024@ 32about two secondsFortheLoveofHomeschooling2022-2024@FortheLoveofHomeschooWINTER BIRDS Junior ExplorerFortheLoveofHomeschooling2022-2023FortheLoveofHomeschooling2022-2023FortheLoveofHomeschooling2Harsh screams lasting about two seconds 37 FortheLoveofHomeschooling2022-20230FortheLoveofHomeschooWINTER BIRDS Senior Explorer icra ClubBARN OWL ADAPTATIONS Cut out che following text blocks and use them to ere: diagram pos Owl Adaptations. Draw lines from the adaptation text co the anatomy on the bird (gen larger piece of paper than 85x11 Unique heare-shaped facial dise helps in collecting and funneling sound cowards che ears, aiding in excellent hearing for locating prey. Specialized feathers with serraved edges help mi flight, allowing barn owls to approach prey quietly ize sound during ‘The barn owls brain is adapted to al_and auditory process both vi stimuli simuleancously, aiding in efficient hunting. is designed for tearing mammals like rodents. Large wings relative co body size allow for slow and buoyant flight, facilitating hunting over open fields, ‘The barn owl can rotate its head up to ago degrees, enabling it to scan its surroundings withoue moving ies body. FortheLoveofHomeschooling2022-20230 + of Barn openings on arrangement helps in de ally), You may want to use a ‘The barn owl has asymmetrical ¢: mining the direction of a sound source accurately. ive to their skull size llent low-light vision, allowing barn owls to hunt effectively in the dark. Long, sharp calons are adapeed for catching and gripping prey securely. Barn owls have a lightweight skeleton, which contributes to their ability co fly silently. The barn owl has a specialized digestive system that allows it to regurgicace indigestible pares of its prey, such as bones and fur, as pellets. The coloration of their feathers helps them blend into their surroundings, providing camouflage as they roost or hunt. Barn owls have adapted to human- altered environments, often nesting. in barns and other structures, where they can find suitable roosting and breeding sites.BARN OWL ADAPTATIONS FortheLoveofHomeschooling2022-20230Unscramble the Barn Owl Food Web Cur our the items and arrange into a food pyramid or food web. shrew FortheLoveofHomeschooling2022-20230 27WINTER BIRDSPAPER BAG BARN OWL PORTRAIT Create a charming portrait of a barn owl with oil pastels and paper bags. Materials: Create: th black wl with chal pas * Cutout the owl and glue to construction a full moon in the corner of the blackMore Great Deals and Savings? 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