Bring the joy of birding to children of all ages!
National Schoolyard Birding Challenge (NSBC)
The National Schoolyard Birding Challenge is a monthly bird watching contest open to
students in all public and private schools in North America.
Student participants in the NSBC will work together to observe, identify, and record various
bird species found on their school grounds.
NSBC's main objective is to get more young people outside and exploring nature via bird
watching. While this popular hobby provides life long enjoyment for enthusiasts, it also
holds benefits for many people, especially children.
These benefits include:
- exercising observation skills
- becoming familiar with the natural world
- increased ability to focus on tasks
- improving communication skills
- behavioral and impulse control
- bolstering self-esteem and confidence
- provides relaxation and stress relief opportunities
- positive peer socialization activities
- reinforcing various academic concepts
Afford your students the opportunity to experience the fun and benefits of bird watching by
getting them involved with the NSBC today!
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