The Busy Life of Birds in Spring

Spring is an exciting time for birds. Have you ever wondered what these feathery friends are up to when the snow melts and the trees start to bud? Let’s find out!

Singing Contests

One of the first signs of spring is the beautiful songs of birds. They don’t just sing because it’s fun; they sing to say “hello” to other birds, to find a friend, and to let everyone know which tree is their home.

Master Builders

When spring arrives, birds become builders. They fly around looking for the best materials to create their nests. Some use twigs, others use leaves, and some even use bits of paper they find! They weave these materials together to make a cozy spot for their eggs.

Food Hunters

In spring, there’s a lot more food around, so birds spend a lot of time foraging. They peck at the ground for worms, catch insects in the air, and sometimes find seeds from plants that have just started to grow.

Flying Experts

With the warmer weather, birds often move to new places. Some travel very long distances in groups, which is called migration. They go to places where it’s easier to find food and where they can raise their young ones safely.

Teaching Time

Once the baby birds hatch, their parents have another important job: teaching them how to be a bird. They show them how to fly, find food, and stay away from things that might be dangerous.

Now, imagine you are a little bird in spring. What would you build your nest with? How would you sing your song? It’s time to join in the springtime story of birds. And after learning about these wonderful creatures, why not download a coloring page and bring your own bird story to life with colors?