Grade R science · E.3 · Earth materials
Animal shelters
Birds build nests to protect their eggs and baby birds from rain, wind, or cold.
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Priya and Theo are curious. What does a bird use its nest for?
- To hold and protect eggs (right)
- To carry food to friends
- To sleep during storms
Amara sees a bird building a nest in a tree. What is the bird doing?
- Flying away
- Making a shelter (right)
- Looking for food
Amara and Mei are curious. What does a bird do when it builds a nest?
- Keeps eggs safe (right)
- Sings songs
- Builds a house
Tip: Birds build nests to protect their eggs and baby birds from rain, wind, or cold.
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