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The 3 Coolest Things Built By Birds Instructional VideoThe 3 Coolest Things Built By Birds Instructional Video
Publisher
SciShow
Resource Details
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Grade
9th - 12th
Subjects
Science
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Resource Type
Instructional Videos
Media Length
3:52
Audiences
For Teacher Use
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Duration
10 mins
Instructional Strategy
Direct Instruction
Technology
Video
Internet Access
Year
2013
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Instructional Video

The 3 Coolest Things Built By Birds

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Did you know some birds paint their nests with the juice from berries? Video describes three unique and awesome nests built by birds, how they are made, and the many functions each serve. 

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Concepts

birds, types of birds, nests

Additional Tags

science

Instructional Ideas

  • Have viewers draw a bird's nest before and after watching the video
  • Discuss why birds build these unique structures, such as protection, mating, etc.

Classroom Considerations

  • Be aware the comment section is public and sometimes go into an anti-women rant
  • This video is hosted on YouTube

Pros

  • Cross-curricular connections to science, design, and predator/prey behavior
  • Engaging video holds viewers' attention

Cons

  • None

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