Mother Secretary Bird and Chicks

A caring mother secretary bird stands beside two fluffy chicks in a safe acacia nest. The tall parent and tiny babies show a lovely bird family, while the simple branch and a few broad leaves keep the background friendly for younger artists. Give the mother pale grey feathers, black wing tips, an orange face and long pinkish legs. The chicks can be cream, light grey or soft yellow with small bright beaks. Colour the mother first, then use short gentle strokes to make each chick look fluffy. Finish the woven nest in warm browns and add two shades of green to the leaves around their cosy treetop home.

◫ A4 size✎ Bold outlines♡ Ages 3–8

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