Bird Day: 11 March

Wednesday was no ordinary day at school, it was a vibrant, chirping celebration of our feathered friends! The Grade 2s arrived with soaring spirits, transformed into a stunning flock of South African birds. From the elegant pink of the Flamingo to the majestic African Fish Eagle and the clever Fork-tailed Drongo, our playground was filled with a kaleidoscope of colour and excitement. It was a wonderful sight to see our boys and girls bring their bird inquiry theme to life with such creative costumes and infectious energy.

The young birdwatchers soon took their skills into the field, heading to Top Woods for an action-packed morning of discovery. The children became real-life scouts as they tracked down hidden clues among the trees and identified various raptors, putting their classroom knowledge of birds of prey to the test. They also took a deep dive into the world of sparrows, hunting for information cards and testing their wits by deciding which "bird facts" were true or false.

One of the biggest highlights of the day was the "Birdie Buffet" workshop, where our Grade 2s got their hands sticky for a good cause. Making bird feeders was a massive hit; the children thoroughly enjoyed spreading peanut butter onto toilet rolls and rolling them through piles of bird seed. These treats were created with love, and we hope the birds in our Notties gardens enjoy their delicious gifts as much as the children enjoyed making them.

While the day was filled with laughter and play, the children walked away with a much deeper knowledge of our South African birds. By stepping into the wings of these incredible creatures, they have gained a foundation of conservation and curiosity that we hope will stay with them for years to come. Well done, Grade boys and girls, your passion for the natural world is truly something to crow about!