Uploaded December 2024 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
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In this fascinating episode of "A WonderGrove For Birds", Brooke explains how windows can be dangerous for birds, as millions of birds are injured or killed each year by flying into them. Since birds have eyes on the sides of their heads, their vision differs from humans, and they often mistake reflections of the sky or trees in windows for open space. To prevent this, Brooke suggests adding decals, stickers, or patterns to break up reflections, closing curtains or blinds, and placing bird feeders either very close or far from windows. Additionally, hanging moving objects like ribbons can help warn birds. These simple actions can make windows safer for birds.
This environmental science lesson was inspired by Nature’s Best Hope, Young Readers’ Edition (amazon.com/Natures-Best-Hope-Young-Readers/dp/1643262149) by Douglas W. Tallamy. He is the co-founder of Homegrown National Park® (homegrownnationalpark.org ).
This series was created by Terry Thoren, the former CEO of Klasky Csupo, Inc., the company that created The Wild Thornberrys. Mr. Thoren has a lifelong passion for birds, inspired by nine glorious years as a child making weekend visits to the beautiful 220-acre Sapsucker Woods Sanctuary at the Cornell Lab of Ornithology in Ithaca, NY.
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WonderGrove S.O.A.R. meets the needs of students with exceptionalities with high-interest animations and adapted extension lessons for developmental ages 2-10: wondergrovesoar.com
To see these characters teach the Habits of Mind, 16 critical thinking and problem-solving skills, for grades K-6 check out: habitsofmindkids.com
For more bird science videos, visit our website: wondergrovelearn.net/birds
In this fascinating episode of "A WonderGrove For Birds", Brooke explains how windows can be dangerous for birds, as millions of birds are injured or killed each year by flying into them. Since birds have eyes on the sides of their heads, their vision differs from humans, and they often mistake reflections of the sky or trees in windows for open space. To prevent this, Brooke suggests adding decals, stickers, or patterns to break up reflections, closing curtains or blinds, and placing bird feeders either very close or far from windows. Additionally, hanging moving objects like ribbons can help warn birds. These simple actions can make windows safer for birds.
This environmental science lesson was inspired by Nature’s Best Hope, Young Readers’ Edition (amazon.com/Natures-Best-Hope-Young-Readers/dp/1643262149) by Douglas W. Tallamy. He is the co-founder of Homegrown National Park® (homegrownnationalpark.org ).
This series was created by Terry Thoren, the former CEO of Klasky Csupo, Inc., the company that created The Wild Thornberrys. Mr. Thoren has a lifelong passion for birds, inspired by nine glorious years as a child making weekend visits to the beautiful 220-acre Sapsucker Woods Sanctuary at the Cornell Lab of Ornithology in Ithaca, NY.
SUBSCRIBE for more original WonderGrove stories: youtube.com/user/WonderGroveKids
We can teach students to make their own bird animations with Wonder Media Story Maker®: wondermediastorymaker.com
Click here for more learning resources from k12.com
Click here for more of Wonder Media’s resources that help teachers transition their students into appropriate classroom behavior: wondergrovesocialskills.com
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Don't forget to like, share, and follow us online!
pinterest.com/wondergrovekids / facebook.com/wondergrovesocialskills / instagram.com/wondergrovesocialskills
—————————————————
WonderGrove goes beyond academic basics to support crucial skills, in areas such as: • School Readiness • Social-Emotional Learning • Life and Social Skills • Health and Nutrition • Safety • Fitness • Creative Play
—————————————————
Join the WonderGrove kids as they teach and learn in fun, story-driven lessons at home and in school at: wondergrovelearn.com
Learn more about bringing all 250+ WonderGrove Social Skills videos and 2000+ extension lessons to your classroom or home at: wondergrovesocialskills.com
WonderGrove S.O.A.R. meets the needs of students with exceptionalities with high-interest animations and adapted extension lessons for developmental ages 2-10: wondergrovesoar.com
To see these characters teach the Habits of Mind, 16 critical thinking and problem-solving skills, for grades K-6 check out: habitsofmindkids.com
