K‑12
Kid‑friendly projects that connect AI, birds, and curiosity — Schlaumeise (DE) and SmartFinch (EN).
What is this about?
Our K‑12 outreach introduces children and teens to nature, acoustics, and computing through hands‑on activities powered by BirdNET. Projects range from simple listening exercises to building a low‑cost recording station.
- Learn about local birds, habitats, and sound.
- Explore how AI recognizes bird songs and calls.
- Do step‑by‑step projects for home or classroom.
Note: Some materials are in active development and may change over time.
For more information about our K‑12 initiatives, please contact: raja-charlotte.seifert@informatik.tu-chemnitz.de
Schlaumeise (German)
Interaktive Lernplattform mit Projekten rund um heimische Vögel, Akustik und KI — für Schule und Zuhause.
Visit schlaumeise.orgSmartFinch (English)
Kid‑friendly activities to explore birds, sound, and AI — from listening games to simple field devices.
Visit smartfinch.orgFor classrooms
Ready‑to‑use activities for grades 1–12, plus background notes for educators.
For makers
Try a simple recorder build or analyze backyard soundscapes using BirdNET tools.