Teacher Answer Key

Avian Architects: 3rd Grade Module

Learning Targets

Main Idea

Students will identify the central purpose of the text (helping bluebirds through sequential building).

Structure

Students will use signal words to reconstruct a logical 6-step building process.

Critical Detail

Students will explain why specific measurements (6-inch door height) keep animals safe.

1.

Intro: Bluebirds are cavity nesters needing help.

2.

First, use ruler and pencil to mark the lines.

3.

Next, carefully cut board into six panels.

4.

Then, drill door hole 6 inches from bottom.

5.

Now, glue and nail side walls and back.

6.

Finally, nail roof on top with overhang.

7.

Lastly, hang finished house in open area.

"Humans can help bluebirds by building houses in a specific order."

Old trees are being cut down; bluebirds are cavity nesters who need holes; birds need a safe place for eggs.

Being 6 inches high keeps babies deep inside so predators (cats/squirrels) can't reach them with paws.