Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Shadow Know-How

For Teachers 2nd - 4th
In this fill in the blank worksheet, students identify the names of eleven birds by analyzing their bills which are shown using shadow pictures.
Handout
Earth Life

Earth Life Web: Anatomy of Birds

For Students 9th - 10th
Beginning with the bird skeleton, this website from Earth-Life Web describes bird anatomy and morphology. Pictures and diagrams are included for each section. Feet, wings, eggs, and feathers are just some of the topics discussed.
Handout
San Diego Zoo Global

San Diego Zoo: Birds

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource provides detailed information about birds, as well as several pictures.
Graphic
Merriam-Webster

Merriam Webster: Dictionary Illustration: Bird Beaks and Bills

For Students 9th - 10th
Labeled illustrations demonstrating the diversity of bird mouth parts, each adapted for particular purposes.