Here’s a straightforward guide on how to create a Simple Bird Feeder with Kids:

1. Select Your Base:
– For a pine cone, choose a medium-sized one with plenty of crevices.
– If using a plastic bottle, ensure it is clean and dry.

2. Prepare Your Workspace:
– Place newspaper or an old cloth on the table to catch the mess.

3. Spread the Peanut Butter:
– Allow kids to generously coat the pine cone with peanut butter, ensuring it gets into all the nooks and crannies. If using a bottle, apply it along the sides.

4. Add the Birdseed:
– Pour birdseed into a bowl or plate. Roll the peanut butter-coated pine cone in the birdseed until it is well-covered.
– For the bottle, press seeds against the peanut butter surface.

5. Decorate (Optional):
– Kids can add feathers, dried fruits, or nuts to personalize their bird feeder.

6. Attach the String:
– Use a length of string or yarn to tie securely around the top of the pine cone or through the bottle’s opening.

7. Choose a Location:
– Find a suitable spot outdoors that is sheltered, away from pets or heavy foot traffic.

8. Hang Your Feeder:
– Suspend the bird feeder from a branch or hook, ensuring it’s stable and won’t fall.

9. Observe the Birds:
– Encourage kids to watch as birds visit the feeder and to identify different species that come by.

With these simple steps, you’ll have created a wonderful nesting spot for neighborhood birds while instilling valuable lessons in kids!