Secretary Bird Snake Hunt

A watchful secretary bird has spotted a small snake curling safely through the grass. The bird leans forward with one foot ready, but the friendly, non-scary scene shows no injury and leaves lots of clear spaces for colouring. Give the bird soft grey feathers, darker wing tips, warm orange around the eye and long rosy legs. The snake can be green, brown, yellow or patterned with cheerful stripes. Begin with the bird's broad body and tail, colour the narrow legs slowly, then add two or three grass colours. Keep the snake's pattern simple so its winding shape remains easy to see.

◫ A4 size✎ Bold outlines♡ Ages 3–8

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