We are temporarily reviving our Children's Blog to provide some resources for families who are stuck at home during this period of social distancing due to COVID-19. We will put together a variety of activities for you and your families every day at 1:00 pm. Watch for weekend Boredom Busters on Saturday and/or Sunday. See which ones you can do, and if you get the chance, share the results with us on any of our social media platforms, which will be listed at the bottom of this blog.
Today's theme is All About Owls!
Otis the Owl: https://www.medicineriverwildlifecentre.ca/education/animals/item/37-otis-the-owl
Learn all about Otis the Owl, who has been education children and their families about wildlife rehabilitation since 2003, with the Medicine River Wildlife Centre.
Did you know the Great Horned Owl is Alberta's Provincial Bird? Or that they can't actually see in the dark, but rather see well in low light? Or that they mate for life? Check out all the fun facts about Owls, and get to know Otis the Owl!
Owls on Webcam: https://explore.org/livecams/birds/great-horned-owl-cam
This is a great livestream showing a Great Horned Owl and her baby owls! Check out the difference in their feathers! Those babies are so fluffy!
Check out more Owl webcams here!
Owl Crafts: https://www.artycraftykids.com/craft/25-owl-crafts-kids/
There are so many great owl crafts to choose from!
Try this Suncatcher Owl! Or these Painted Owl Stones! Or maybe this Button Owl! This Yarn Wrapped Owl is great craft for working on those fine motor skills!
Whatever craft you choose, have fun with it, and make it your own!
Hopefully these activities help break up the day, and get your family engaged learning all about owls!
If your kids loved these activities, feel free to send us feedback or pictures on any of our social media platforms, linked below.
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