The Ostrich

"The Ostrich" is a children's song, sung to the tune of "The Battle Hymn of the Republic". Oh, did you know the ostrich is the world's largest bird? It lives in Africa in a small group that's called a herd. An ostrich cannot fly; instead it gallops on two legs. A female ostrich lays enormous eggs! Bonus activity: Print out an ostrich coloring sheet for each child (you can find one at raisingourkids.com) and have him or her color it. Explain to children that ostriches are 7-9 feet tall and tower over the average human being!