birds

A field guide highlighting birds found throughout the world.

"It's SO hot outside. All the fancy birds are gathered around the water, wishing they could cool off. But they don't want to get wet and ruin their fine feathers. Oddbird isn't worried about his feathers; he wants to go for a refreshing dip. But he doesn't fit in. He's not fancy, or colorful. He's just . . . different. The other birds don't want him around. How can he join them?"--Provided by publisher.

"Jay the blue jay has never learned to fly, which has never been a problem . . . until a crew of super cool birds touch down at the farm and invite him to play some super cool flying games. Now Jay needs to figure out how to fly--and fast--before he misses out on all the fun. Lucky for him, his best buds Pea and Bee know just what to do…"--Provided by publisher.

"When his parents plan a trip to the sea, Jacob says he will fly there himself. Along the way, he meets new friends and has wonderful adventures. And when his bird friends need help, Jacob and the flock work together to rescue their friend and outsmart the nefarious birdcatcher"--OCLC.

Unlike her adventurous ornithologist mother, shy eleven-year-old Loah prefers a quiet life at home with no surprises until her mother's expedition to the Arctic tundra to study birds turns dangerous and Loah, alone at home, discovers her own courage.

As Emma grieves the loss of her grandfather, she reflects on their shared love of birdwatching.

"Crows are very social birds, and even with Pips as company, Arlo misses hanging out with other crows. One day, he and his pal Pips meet a very special crow who knows how to do all kinds of cool stuff. Despite being super-smart himself, Arlo realizes that he might still have things to learn! Has Arlo finally met his match? Elise Gravel presents a sequel full of her signature witty humor and more fascinating crow facts"--From the publisher's web site.

A new boy, nicknamed Bird Boy by teasing classmates, enjoys imaginative flights as various birds, gaining self-confidence and new friends.

"Told in diary form, My Tiny Life by Ruby T. Hummingbird is an action-packed introduction to the life cycle of a ruby-throated hummingbird"--Provided by the publisher.

Examines the life of the great hornbill.