Grania Laird
CECS 4100.003
3-10-2009
A2: Thematic Resources for Birds
This assignment gives a student an idea of how to use the resources around them to better their studen’ts learning
abilities in the classroom.
Includes a Software Resource, an Internet Project, and 3 Websites.
SOFTWARE RESOURCE:
-Life Science: “Learn About Animals” 2002
-Science: Elementary K-2nd Grade
Windows 95+ with 8MB of RAM, 2X CD-ROM and 10 MB of hard drive space.
MAC 8.6+ with 8 MB RAM, 2X CD ROM drive and 8 MB hard drive space.
Sunburst Technology
1550 Executive Drive
Elgin, IL 60123-9979
1-800-321-7511 science@sunburst.com www.sunburst.com
This Software describes most of the common found animals in the world. The 9 lessons provided explains the animal’s
natural habitat, how animals move, and how they live in their environment. This software has quizzes, games, jukebox for
catchy tunes, certificates and a word processer for the child to take necessary notes. Each ensures the child understands
each material provided.
INTENET PROJECT:
-https://media.iearn.org/node/105
Languages: English, Japanese- Age Level: 5-11
Beauty Of The Beast- A traveling international wildlife art and poetry exhibit.
This Internet Project allows children from many elementary schools around the world to show the neighboring children
what their environment is like regarding the vast varieties of animals. The children shows this through their artwork
abilities using any type of art or poetry. These masterpieces will be shown through international exhibits and online
galleries.
INTERNET: WEB SITE
-http://www.kidwings.com/index.htm
This website explains the different functions and describes different types of birds. The different topics include Owl Pellet
Dissection, Bird Skulls, Eggs, Nests, Feathers, Beaks, Feet, Bird Topography, Bird Photographs, Bird Calls and a Just for
Fun section. This website is good for the visual learners and useful for comparative analysis.
-http://www.all-birds.com/index.html
This website is useful for many bird topics and project ideas. The different topics include Bird Watching Tips, Bird Houses,
Parts of a Bird, Anatomy, Bird Shapes, Food – Feeding, Bird Feeders, Songs and Calls and U.S. State Birds. This site is good
for children to use to identify birds in their local areas and other areas around the USA.
-http://www.nationalgeographic.com/
http://animals.nationalgeographic.com/animals/birds.html
This website is a very useful tool to use for worldwide realistic photos and current facts and information. The National
Geographic website is a very popular tool for any age group and any animal information needed for simple or detailed
information. Topics may include Animals, Daily News, Environment, Green Guide, History, Kids, Photography, Science,
Cultures and many more.