Pine Cone Bird Feeder
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Science is all around us, you just need to know where to look. In preschool, nature is at the heart of things: talking about animals, comparing leaves and rocks, and discussing the seasons. This homemade bird feeder will bring some feathered friends in for some closer observation and it’s a breeze for little kids to make!
Materials:
Heavy duty string or yarn
Pine cone
Peanut butter
Small plastic knife
Birdseed
Small paper bowl or plate
Directions:
- Tie the string around the top of the shoelace and knot it, leaving enough string to hang it up from a tree branch.
- Give your child the plastic knife and have her spread peanut butter over the pine cone, until it’s completely covered.
- Pour the bird seed into the disposable plate or bowl, then let your child roll the pine cone in it.
Hang your new creation on a tree branch near a window, and wait for some birds! As you observe your visitors, talk to your child about what’s the same about each of them, and what’s different. You may just seed yourself a birdwatcher for life!
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