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  • Biodiversity Detectives Resources

    Resources and links for the Biodiversity Detectives curriculum.

    Lesson 1: Bird Basics: Students learn the basic anatomy and characteristics unique to birds.

    The “You Can Be a Citizen Scientist” video explains the basics of citizen science and why anyone can participate.

    “Speciation: An Illustrated Introduction”…

  • Schoolyard Birds Resources

    Resources and links for the Discover Schoolyard Birds curriculum.

    Teaching slides for the whole Discover Schoolyard Birds curricula.

    Tips for Taking Students Outside.

    Lesson 1: What Makes a Bird a Bird?: Birds are a group of animals that have two wings,…

  • Women in STEM Series – Dr. Irene Liu

    Meet Dr. Irene Liu, a Story Researcher and Associate Producer at the Cornell Lab of Ornithology. She is one of woman of color we are featuring in this blog series, dedicated to highlighting the complexities, struggles, and beauty of being…

  • Women in STEM Series – Monique Pipkin, Ph.D. Student

    Meet Monique Pipkin, a Ph.D. student at the Cornell Lab of Ornithology. She is one of four women of color we are featuring in this blog series, dedicated to highlighting the complexities, struggles, and beauty of being a woman of…

  • Women in STEM Series – Amelia-Juliette Demery, Ph.D. Student

    Meet Amelia-Juliette Demery, a Ph.D. student at the Cornell Lab of Ornithology. She is one of four women of color we are featuring in our blog series, dedicated to highlighting the complexities, struggles, and beauty of being a woman of…

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    Virtual Wonder Walls

    Wonder Walls present a wonderful opportunity to capture kids’ questions and engage them in looking for informed answers about the world around them. They are simple, easy to create, manage, and use. Whether you are teaching in-person or remotely, there…

  • Jennifer Butler, K-12 Student Employee

    As an aspiring educator, I joined the K-12 team to learn more about science education, curriculum, and other learning resources. I am a second-year student in the College of Arts & Sciences pursuing a Bachelors in Sociology with minors in…

  • Bird Bingo

    Birding is a fun and safe way to explore outside, get active, and spend time as a family. Getting started can feel intimidating, but there are simple tools and fun activities to help you get to know your local birds….

  • Women in STEM Series – Dr. Anusha Shankar

    Meet Dr. Anusha Shankar, a Postdoctoral Fellow at the Cornell Lab of Ornithology. She is one of four women of color we are featuring in this blog series, dedicated to highlighting the complexities, struggles, and beauty of being a woman…