Lesson Plan - Let's Make a Nest Box
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Task
- Construction of a nest box for an Australian native bird species.
Key Learning Areas
- Studies of Society and the Environment
- Science and Technology
- Mathematics
- The Arts
Resources Needed
- Timber - must not be chemically treated
- Dowelling
- Woodworking tools: hammer, plane, sandpaper
- Nails
- Other materials and resources may be required, depending on the species chosen.
Learning Outcomes
- Students will research and learn about an Australian native bird species, to determine the appropriate design, materials and location of a nest box for it.
- Students will work together to complete the task.
Lesson Layout
- Students can use the Internet to research the design and requirements for a nest box for an Australian native bird species that is found in South Australia. e.g. www.gresswell.vic.edu.au/projects/house.htm
Lesson Note
Research, design, and construction of the nest box may require several lesson periods. Complete this project by arranging to have the nest boxes installed in native trees in a secluded area of the school grounds (if appropriate), or in a local forest or park area.
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- Page Last Modified: November 15, 2011