birds

"Really Bird is a small bird who lives in a large city park. Today he is thinking . . . I really want to make lemonade! But it will take working together to make a unique refreshing drink"--Provided by publisher.

"Kat likes doing things her very own way, but sometimes she doubts herself. So when a bird named Juju arrives, Kat hopes he'll be the best friend she's always wanted. He's outgoing and silly and doesn't worry about what others think--the opposite of who she is. Bit by bit, with Juju's help, Kat discovers her strength, and how to have a friend and be one--while still being true to herself"--OCLC.

"In this wordless picture book, a bird emerges after winter to find the world has gone quiet. As she settles on a tree outside an apartment building, its residents notice her through their windows and find hope in her resilience and the continued rhythms of nature"--Provided by publisher.

An educational picture book in which lyrical text and impressionistic-style illustrations follow the life cycles of twelve migrating birds, representing the species who use the Mississippi flyway route. Back matter includes additional facts about flyways, migration, and each of the featured birds.

"Birds and planes don't always get along. What can we do to help? Enter the world of forensic ornithology in this investigative nonfiction title created with the Smithsonian Institution and the Division of Birds at the National Museum of Natural History. Discover the . . . work of leading ornithologists--'bird detectives' who use science and technology to solve bird strikes and other bird mysteries. They examine evidence from clues like feathers and snarge--pilot slang for what's left behind after a bird strike--and create solutions to save our feathered friends and protect people and planes in flight. Discover how the study of birds shapes our world, from inspiring aviation and airfield design to increasing safety in the skies"--Provided by publisher.

"A father hoatzin who lives near the Amazon River can't help bragging about his chick's special talents"--Provided by publisher.

"Ally's enjoying a peaceful, rainy day down in the swamp until Beak tells her that a big storm is coming. As Ally makes her way home to prepare, she can't help but notice other swamp critters struggling to get ready for the bad weather. Even though she has a lot to do, she offers them a hand. But before she knows it, the storm is upon her, and she has to take shelter in the first secluded spot she can find. Once the storm passes, Ally returns to find her once beautiful home in utter ruin! Will Ally be able to save her home, or will she be forced to leave the swamp--for good?"--OCLC.

When San Francisco adults forget who they are and mysterious exotic birds flock to the city, twelve-year-old Winston Chu and friends team up to investigate the strange occurrences and face off against Mr. Pang's older magpie-turned-human brother, Mr. Gu.

Brimming with photos and scientific facts, Penguins treats middle-grade researchers and wild animal lovers to a comprehensive zoological profile of these bubbly Antarctic birds. Includes sidebars, a range map, a glossary, and a discussion about the dearth of penguin myths and folk tales.

Introduces readers to birds that are classified as endangered today and examines why they may have become endangered as well as conservation efforts being made to help them.