Windy Ways and Blustery Days
In Windy Ways and Blustery Days, Ranger Hamza and the Ramblers explore on a blustery day. They notice birds, but what happens when the birds start to fly on this windy day? This video is excerpted from BBC's Ranger Hamza’s Eco Quest, a nature exploration show in which Ranger Hamza and the Ramblers go on quests to discover nature’s wonders and the important role they play in our environment.
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Q: How do birds use the wind?
A: Birds use the wind to help them fly.
Q: How does the wind help birds fly?
A: The wind can come from behind and push the birds forward which makes it easier when they are flying long distances.
Q: Describe how the gull flies.
A: Student answers will vary.
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