Objective

By the end of this lesson, you will be able to understand basic facts about owls and their characteristics.

Materials and Prep

• Printed pictures of different owl species
• Whiteboard or large piece of paper
• Markers or colored pencils
• Access to a computer or tablet for online research (optional)

Before starting the lesson, familiarize yourself with some basic owl facts and characteristics.

Activities

1. Show the printed pictures of different owl species to the student. Discuss the different colors, sizes, and shapes of owls. Ask the student to identify their favorite owl and explain why they like it.

2. Draw a large owl outline on the whiteboard or paper. Ask the student to help you fill in the owl with different characteristics. For example, draw big eyes and ask the student why owls have such large eyes. Draw sharp talons and ask the student why owls need them. Encourage the student to be creative and use their imagination.

3. If you have access to a computer or tablet, you can search for owl videos or documentaries together. Watch a short video or read a short article about owls. Discuss any new facts or interesting information you learn.

Kindergarten Talking Points

• "Owls are birds that are active at night."
• "They have big eyes to help them see in the dark."
• "Owls have sharp claws called talons to catch their food."
• "They can turn their heads almost all the way around."
• "Owls make different sounds, like hoots and screeches."
• "Some owls are big and some are small."