Introduction
Have you ever thought birds are just colorful animals that chirp and fly in the sky?
Think again! Birds have some of the most surprising and extraordinary abilities in the animal kingdom.
In this WebQuest, you will become a bird explorer and uncover the hidden traits of three incredible birds.
From eagles with super-sharp vision, to penguins that swim in icy waters like fish, to flamingos that turn pink from what they eat — you’re about to learn facts that will amaze you and your friends!
So flap your wings and open your mind —
Let’s dive into the untold wonders of birds and discover what makes them truly one of nature’s greatest mysteries!
Task
In a group of three, you will:
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Each choose one bird to research (bald eagle, Adélie penguin, or flamingo).
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Find out its appearance, habitat, diet, and one special hidden trait.
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Share your findings in a simple English presentation with your group.
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Create a poster or digital slide (optional, if time allows) with pictures and facts.
At the end, you’ll teach your class something they didn’t know about these fantastic birds!
Process
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Form a team of three.
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Each team member picks one bird.
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Use the websites below to read and collect facts about your bird.
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Fill in the worksheet (provided by your teacher):
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Name of bird
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Where it lives
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What it eats
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What makes it special
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Share your facts with your team.
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Practice a short group presentation (about 1–2 minutes each).
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Present to the class!
Research & Resources
Use these links to explore the birds:
🦩 Flamingo
Evaluation
| Criteria | Excellent (3) | Good (2) | Needs Work (1) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Teamwork | Worked together well | Some teamwork issues | Didn’t work together |
| Research | Found 3+ key facts | Found 2 facts | Found only 1 or less |
| English Use | Clear, correct English | Some mistakes | Hard to understand |
| Poster/Slides | Colorful, neat, clear | Somewhat clear | Hard to read/understand |
| Presentation Skills | Spoke clearly and confidently | A bit shy, but tried | Didn’t speak much |
Conclusion
You did it! You are now young bird experts! 🐦✨
You learned cool facts and used English to share knowledge with your classmates.
Birds may seem ordinary, but now you know—they are smart, unique, and truly amazing!
Teacher Page
📝 Bird Explorer Worksheet
Team Name: ____________________
Your Name: ____________________
Bird Name: _____________________
📍 1. Where does your bird live?
(Example: forests, mountains, icy places, lakes, etc.)
👉 ____________________________________________________
👉 ____________________________________________________
🍽️ 2. What does your bird eat?
(Example: fish, small animals, plants, etc.)
👉 ____________________________________________________
👉 ____________________________________________________
✨ 3. What makes your bird special or unique?
(Think about a “hidden trait” or “superpower”)
👉 ____________________________________________________
👉 ____________________________________________________
🤯 4. A cool or surprising fact
(Find something interesting that most people don’t know!)
👉 ____________________________________________________
👉 ____________________________________________________
🎨 5. Sketch your bird!
(Draw your bird or add a picture if using a slide.)
📷 ✏️ (Draw here or paste a photo on your slide)