Did you know that some birds are very special and choose to stay with us even during the cold winter months? Let's talk about winter birds and what makes them so cool!

Just like how you wear a warm coat and hat during winter, birds have their own ways to stay warm. Some birds have fluffy feathers that trap heat close to their bodies. Others might grow a thicker layer of feathers to keep them cozy.

In winter, food can be harder to find. Some birds eat seeds, nuts, and berries. Others might look for insects or even visit bird feeders that people put up to help them.

One of the fun things you can do is help put food out for the birds. A bird feeder is like a little restaurant for birds. You can fill it with birdseed, and watch as different birds come to eat. Birds need water too! Even in winter, a birdbath can be a great place for them to drink and clean their feathers.

On cold nights, birds might huddle together for warmth or find shelter in trees or bushes. You can watch winter birds from your window. Grab a pair of binoculars, and you can see the beautiful details of their feathers.

Remember, winter birds are amazing creatures that can teach us a lot about survival and adaptation. So, the next time you see a bird outside on a cold day, think about how they are brave and smart, just like you when you bundle up for winter!

SUPPLIES NEEDED:

√ Draw a Bird in Winter PDF (Click to download for free.)

√ Drawing Papers (You can get it easily and I would say almost any paper can be used.)

√ Pencils / Markers / Crayons / Watercolors (Remember to use a pen with a fine tip when outlining.)

FOR WHOM:

Preschoolers and kids of all ages

TIME NEEDED:

About 0.5 hour

INSTRUCTIONS:

How to Draw a Bird in Winter Step by Step

Step 1 Outline a bird and add an eye.

Step 2 Draw the beak of this bird.

Step 3 Draw a scarf around this bird's neck.

Step 4 Add details and draw the tail.

Step 5 Draw one of the small wings of this bird.

Step 6 Draw the legs of this bird.

Step 7 Simply color this winter bird.

Guys, have you learned how to draw a bird in winter yet?