About the
Birds
Lesson
Summary
This lesson introduces students to ornithology.
Lesson Objectives
• To be able to describe different types of birds.
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To be able to list the different groups of birds.
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To be able to recognize the characteristics of birds.
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To be able to define ornithology.
Suggested Grades
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th Grade
Lesson Excerpt
Ornithologists have divided the class of birds into two main groups. The first is called the paleognathae. This is a Latin word meaning "old jaw," and these birds are grouped together because of the shape of their jaw. The birds in this group are also flightless, which means that even though they have wings, they do not fly. Many of the birds in this group have long, strong legs that enable them to run at fast speeds. Some species in this group include emus, kiwis, and ostriches.
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