Hi

i am just wondering if anybody knows of any good resources or websites etc on bird watching for children. My four year old has recently decided she wants to become a "bird spotter".

thank you

Hi

i am just wondering if anybody knows of any good resources or websites etc on bird watching for children. My four year old has recently decided she wants to become a "bird spotter".

thank you

The BBC site here may be helpful for rhe kids, until the weather improves.

Also if you look on the bbc.co.uk website, put "Bill Oddie" in the search on the main page, and you will find all sorts of things which will interest them.

BBC Site (http://www.bbc.co.uk/nature/animals/birds/)

They used to be the "Young Ornitholigists' Club" (YOC).

Today they are the RSPB's "Wildlife Explorers" (http://www.rspb.org.uk/youth/join_in/wex/index.asp)!

There is a really good bird spotters book that I had as a kid. Its only basic but it gives different birds scores based on how common they are, 5 points for a Chaffinch, 10 for a Treecreeper, 15 for a Buzzard and 25 for Golden Eagle etc. For a kid that sort of thing was really addictive.
I wish I could remember its title.

There is a really good bird spotters book that I had as a kid. Its only basic but it gives different birds scores based on how common they are, 5 points for a Chaffinch, 10 for a Treecreeper, 15 for a Buzzard and 25 for Golden Eagle etc. For a kid that sort of thing was really addictive.
I wish I could remember its title.

Its the Usbourne spotters guide
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/1985-P-B-Book-Usborne-Spotters-Guide-To-Birds_W0QQitemZ7010663530QQcategoryZ11430QQssPageN ameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

This is not just for children but it helps to identify the usual garden birds that you find. It also has sound so that you can hear how they sing.

http://www.garden-birds.co.uk

This is not just for children but it helps to identify the usual garden birds that you find. It also has sound so that you can hear how they sing.

http://www.garden-birds.co.uk

Ally68...that is such a great site I have added it to my Favourites.


Good on you for finding it.....:)

Ally68...that is such a great site I have added it to my Favourites.


Good on you for finding it.....:)

Glad you like it, I found it usefull aswell. :)

There is a really good bird spotters book that I had as a kid. Its only basic but it gives different birds scores based on how common they are, 5 points for a Chaffinch, 10 for a Treecreeper, 15 for a Buzzard and 25 for Golden Eagle etc. For a kid that sort of thing was really addictive.
I wish I could remember its title.

It was called "I spy Garden Birds" it was one of a series of "I spy" books which included things like I Spy Insects and I Spy Trains etc.

HI

If you are interested in any of the Usborne Titles for children, for example the birds spotters guide, bird spotters sticker guide, Internet linked birds discover etc then I am able to order these for you and deliver for free, providing you are in Sheffield.

Have a look at the online usborne catalogue http://www.usbornebooksathome.co.uk/catalogue/browse.asp?css=1

I am an Usborne Rep, If you have any questions then please do ask.

Amanda
buyabook@btinternet.com

If you go to the bbc / wildlife site you can download a mini Oddie that pops up out of a hedge and updates you on wild life issues.
The kids will like that.
I have a mini Oddie on my PC.

HI

I just wanted to add that the "new" birds spotters guide from Usborne is due out in March.

As the catalogue says:

Spotter's Guides
Birds (Spotter's Guides)
KeyStage: KS1/2 S; Age 7+

Usborne Spotters Guides are perfect companions for enthusiasts of the natural world.
Each title includes detailed full-colour illustrations of 100-200 species, plus short descriptions and essential details.
Internet links to recommended websites to find out more about each subject.
A classic Usborne series reissued using the latest reproduction technology for accuracy of colour and detail.
Perfect for both children and adults and incredible value for money.
Paperback
RRP: £2.99 | Product Code: 4061
"This...pocket-sized book is an excellent investment for any family holiday, offering clear, well-illustrated information" The Scotsman

If you would like a copy, My next order is going in on the 4th March, Day after world book day. I can also take 1 WBD token per book.

Amanda
buyabook@btinternet.com