Once summer has gone, observant children will begin to notice a change in the behaviour of wild birds. Many of our feathered friends will begin migrating to warmer locations, evidenced by often noisy flocks heading south overhead. Those that stay in the UK, like robins and blackbirds, will soon find that all the wild berries, seeds, and grubs have been eaten — food becomes scarce as remaining supplies disappear in the run-up to winter. In view of this, wild birds will become more reliant on good-natured humans to ensure they still have enough food to eat over the colder months.

Luckily, families — and even children — are in a great position to help! By coming together to make and fill simple bird feeders, you will provide birds with a regular food source that will sustain them during a time when nature’s food sources are depleted. And, if children and families keep up the good work by refilling bird feeders with seeds and suchlike every day, they may even find they get to know some real ‘regulars’ over the winter. With all this in mind, today’s guide outlines 6 ways children and their families can construct easy-to-make bird feeders to help our feathered friends. They’re fun, creative, and are a wonderfully good thing for little ones to do for wildlife.