This activity encourages us to look after our environment and the creatures we share it with. It also helps to develop fine motor skills (especially holding small objects in a pincer grip between finger and thumb). This activity also counts towards the RSPB Wild Challenge Award.
Learning Outcomes
I explore and appreciate the wonder of nature within different environments and have played a part in caring for the environment. SOC 0-08a
ASN Milestones
Uses a pencil with increasing control and confidence.
Lesson Activity
Instructions on how to make an apple bird feeder can be found here, or in the following video:
You can also find instructions on how to make apple bird feeders and other food for wildlife here:
https://www.rspb.org.uk/helping-nature/what-you-can-do/activities/food-and-water-for-wildlife
Differentiation
Try making bird kebabs (see link above) – these require less fine motor control and are more suitable for pupils who may mouth or eat objects.
