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Bird Communication Unit PlanBird Communication Unit Plan
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Cornell Lab of Ornithology
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5th - 8th
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Science
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3 hrs
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Bird Communication

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This Bird Communication unit plan also includes:
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Sing for your dinner! Investigate the purpose of bird songs and strategies birds use to communicate. Through the lessons, individuals learn how to recognize different types of bird communication as well as hypothesize the purpose of their calls.

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Concepts

communication, birds, hypotheses

Additional Tags

science

Instructional Ideas

  • Ask collaborative groups to research local birds and report on their communication strategies

Classroom Considerations

  • Allow time for set up of materials prior to the lesson
  • Expects a basic understanding of the life cycle of a bird

Pros

  • Highlights key vocabulary throughout the lessons
  • Provides a detailed teacher guide to aid in planning and instruction

Cons

  • None

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