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Bird Academy

Cornell Lab bird courses, sound identification, games, and field-learning resources for curious young naturalists and families.

Nature & environment · Science · GamesAges 7-18Free with paid options🌐 1 languages
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About Bird Academy

Bird Academy is Cornell Lab of Ornithology’s learning platform with bird identification courses, bird sounds, games, live sessions, and field-learning resources. Families can use the free introductory material to practice noticing birds and their habitats.

Age and access

This resource is listed for ages 7-18. It is available as Website and is listed as free with paid options. The listed language coverage is English.

What stands out

  • Connects science learning with outdoor observation
  • Bird sounds and identification make listening an active skill
  • Cornell Lab provides strong subject-matter credibility
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Parent notes

  • Some courses and live sessions are paid, while free learning material is also available.
  • Birding is best done with adult guidance outdoors and respect for wildlife and local rules.
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