Parrot Feather Art

Creating colorful feathers introduces children to tropical biodiversity and color mixing.

• Framework: IPC
• Unit: Jungles
• Learning area: Visual and Creative Arts
• Level: Levels 1-3

Objectives

• Explore vibrant tropical colors
• Practice fine motor drawing
• Learn about tropical bird species

Materials

• Feather templates
• Crayons/markers
• Glitter
• Colored paper

Instructions

Design bright parrot feathers using multiple colors. Display as a collective jungle bird mural.

Educator tip

Show real images of macaws and parrots. Discuss why they're so colorful.

Assessment

Observe color choices and drawing control.

More from Jungles

• Camouflage Painting
• Jungle Masks
• Vine Swinging
• Animal Movement Relay
• Rainforest Obstacle Course
• Frog Jumping Contest
• Spider Web Weaving
• Jungle Storytime