This is a great time of year for the whole family to watch for birds in your backyard or neighborhood park. One way to attract and watch birds inside in winter is to put up a bird feeder at your house. Or bundle up and venture outdoors looking for all the birds that spend the winter here in our area.
Starting Monday, Dec 13, stop by Cedar Mill & Bethany Libraries to pick up a DIY Birdfeeder Kit (while supplies last).
Book Recommendations:
For young DIY enthusiasts, these titles are full of ideas for building your own birdhouse, with many plans using recycled materials. Recipes for making your own bird food are included.
- Birdfeeders by Renee Schwarz
- Make Your Own Birdhouses and Feeders by Robyn Haus
- Abe Builds a Birdhouse: a book about animal homes by Kerry Dinmont
- Fun things to Do with Milk Jugs by Marne Ventura
- Nature Crafts by Ruth Owen
- 10-minute Seasonal Crafts for Winter by Annalees Lim
- DIY Popsicle Stick Birdfeeder (YouTube video)
You’ve spotted an interesting bird but what kind is it?
This handy guide will help answer that question:
National Geographic Bird Guide of North America by Jonathan K. Alderfer
Great titles for kids who are serious about birdwatching- Includes tips on keeping a birding journal, bird anatomy, habitat and how to attract birds to your yard:
- Birdology: 30 Activities and Observations for Exploring the World of Birds by Monica Russo
- Look Up!:Bird-Watching in Your Own Backyard by Annette Cate
- How to Find a Bird by Jennifer Ward
- The Robin Makes a Laughing Sound: A Birder’s Journal by Sallie Wolf
- Ruby’s Birds by Mya Thompson
- Look At That Bird! A Young Naturalist’s Guide to Pacific Northwest Birding by Karen DeWitz
- Birds by Pamela Hickman
Birdwatching Discovery Kit
(pick up and return owning library only.)
Birding Websites
All About Birds
Portland Audubon Society Kids’ Guide to Oregon Birds
