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right way. We must know what materials to provide for 

 them. Bits of string, linen, cotton, yarn, tow, all help to 

 induce a pair to build in the garden. 



It is an interesting study, the preparation of homes 

 for the birds. Trees may be pruned to make inviting 

 crotches. A tangled, overgrown corner in the garden will 

 invite some birds to nest. 



Wrens, bluebirds, chickadees, martins, and some other 

 varieties are all glad to set up housekeeping in man-made 

 houses. The proper size for a bird room is easily remem- 

 bered. Give each room six square inches of floor space 



FIG. 209. PROTECTING OUR FRIENDS 

 From Hodge's " Nature Study and Life," Ginn & Company 



and make it eight inches high. Old, weathered boards 

 should be used; or, if paint is employed, a dull color to 

 resemble an old tree trunk will be most inviting. A 

 single opening near the top should be made two inches 



