Bird house model

 Lets give them a house -the Sparrows of Lahore

My topic for exhibition is 'art and activism' and my inspiration came

from the information that April 2022 was the hottest April after 122

years in Lahore and India. I have noticed many birds especially

sparrows wander around looking for a safe shelter and water. The

industrialization of the past two centuries has affected the planet is

many harmful ways. One of which is reduction of forests and trees due

to deforestation or fires. This causes the climate to change due to

change in temperatures and increased carbon dioxide levels in our

atmosphere.

Many species of birds have become endangered or gone extinct due

to loss of their natural habitats. This exposes them to predators and

other elements that cause harm to them. For example, in cities the

population of common sparrows has decreased because there are less

and less trees (as we build more houses and buildings) for them to

hide. They then fall prey to bigger birds like eagles and hawks.

For the model, I used the materials I could find around the house, such

as a carton box, colored paper, popsicle sticks, modeling board, glue,

and cutters. The model can be made in wood and PVC pipes which will

be more durable. Children can use their own aesthetic sense to color

and paint as they like. The model is made on actual dimensions to

show the size and dimensions.

In the model, I have tried to show the importance of trees and a small

birdhouse, which we can all make at home and hang around the house

to provide a safe place to small birds.

Lets make our environment beautiful and safe for everyone including sparrows

of Lahore. 

Raheen Naseer 

5-Green