birds

Simple text and illustrations introduce some of the common and individual characteristics of a variety of birds.

Depicts basic concepts about a bird, such as feathers, flight, and eggs.

Provides descriptions of physical characteristics and habits of some of the most at-risk birds in the world, with explanations of why they are endangered and what can be done to protect them.

A simple introduction to the properties of air, the types of animals that fly through the air, and the types of aircraft used by people for transportation and fun.

When Brother's class studies birds, the citizens of Bear Country end up choosing sides in a battle between environmentalists and those who want to cut down the trees in Birder's Woods to build houses.

Thomas Raccoon persists day after day in asking Mr. Eagle's permission for the birds to fly in an airshow.

Explains how the woodchuck, black bear, red fox, and Canadian goose cope with winter in the northern parts of North America.

Describes a variety of arctic animals, including the harp seal, polar bear, snowy owl, and collared lemming.

You don't have to own binoculars and know a bunch of fancy Latin names to watch birds. No matter where you live, they're in your neighborhood--just look up (or down). Full-color illustrations portray dozens of birds with information about their distinctive characteristics, including color, shape, plumage, and beak and foot types.