Chirps & Tweets: Stories from the Sky.

1. Wings and Feathers: Birds’ wings are shaped to create lift, and feathers help control movement.

2. Lift and Thrust: Air flows over wings to lift birds into the sky, while muscles provide thrust to move forward.

3. Balance and Steering: Tail feathers act like a rudder, helping birds steer and stabilize.

Types of Flight

• Gliding: Soaring on air currents with little wing movement (e.g., eagles).

• Flapping: Constant wing movement to stay airborne (e.g., sparrows).

• Hovering: Staying in place in the air (e.g., hummingbirds).

 Amazing Facts About Flying Birds

• Some birds migrate thousands of miles every year.

• Birds can fly at speeds over 60 mph (like the Peregrine Falcon in a dive).

• Flight requires lightweight bones and strong chest muscles.