What better way to help children develop knowledge and appreciation for nature and respect for living things than to learn about the wildlife in their environment? Beyond this knowledge we can also role-model kindness, empathy and responsibility. Here are some tips to help support wildlife in your setting.
Birds
Even the most urban environment supports birds, and therefore a fun game for all staff to share with children is to be able to name those they can see outside. Grow plants to help feed them such as sunflowers, put bird food out on tables or on the ground; bird feeders like fat and seed-filled coconut halves or fat balls provide water to drink and bathe in; and have children’s binoculars available to help them watch them from afar.
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