» Kid + Tween STEAM: Blubber Bag & Bird Feeder

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Our first Take N’ Go STEAM kit for October is learning how creatures survive and thrive in cold climates. The kit comes with a super cool BLUBBER BAG, plus supplies to make a bird feeder.

You will need:

Crisco (from the Blubber Bag)
Pine cone
String
Sunflower seeds (or any seeds approved for bird feed)
Scissors
Optional: paper towels for cleanup

Watch the Video Instructions

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