On the Move

Children discover the incredible journeys millions of birds undertake during migration and why Malta is an important stop for many of them.
Recommended Period for this Activity: End of Term 2/ beginning of Term 3

1. An introduction to Bird Migration 

Start by showing the children the "Bird Migration / Il-Passa tal-Għasafar" video (Downloadable Materials). This will spark curiosity and give them a first glimpse into why and how birds travel such long distances. 

  

2. Voices of the birds 

Now that the children understand the basics of bird migration, help them deepen their knowledge with a fun language activity. Use the "What are they saying?" pages (Downloadable Materials) Show the pictures, discuss what’s happening, and invite the children to fill in the speech bubbles. Background information and sample answers can be found in the file. You may use these pages directly with the children or adapt them into a drawing activity to check their understanding. 

  

3. Craft and play  

Once the children have a solid grasp of the concept, get hands-on! Follow the instructions to make "Perching Swallows" and then play the lively game "Out of Africa" (Downloadable Materials). These activities combine creativity, movement, and learning. 

  

4. Facing the challenges of migration 

To summarize and consolidate learning, play "The Long Journey" (Downloadable Materials). This game highlights the many dangers that birds encounter on their incredible travels, helping children understand the challenges and triumphs of migration.


Resources & Equipment Needed

  • Scissors; 
  • Glue or tape; 
  • String (if you want to hang the swallows); 
  • Coloured pencils / crayons;  
  • Art and craft supplies of their choice. 

You can download these instructions in PDF by clicking here: Generate PDF

Downloadable Material

Bird Migration

YouTube Video

Il-Passa tal-Għasafar

YouTube Video

The Long Journey game

PDF Document

What are they saying?

PDF Document

Perching swallows

PDF Document

Out of Africa

PDF Document


Make sure to take photos of:
1. Children filling in speech bubbles
2. Children making swallow models
3. Children playing The Long Journey game

Activity Photos for Inspiration

Learning Outcomes & Curriculum Integration

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