birds

Shows how baby birds hatch, what they look like, and how they grow.

"Marcus is in trouble. He didn't think his friend Laurence would actually believe him when he said that his super brainy aunt built the very first time machine. He only made up the story in a spur-of-the-moment bid to win a silly argument! Now how on earth will he make the story come true? In a quirky new adventure starring the most unexpected of friends--a worm and a bird--Simone Lia pulls out all the theatrical stops to deliver a laugh-out-loud companion to They Didn't Teach This in Worm School!"--Provided by the publisher.

Two robins build a nest together and raise their chicks, navigating a year of changing seasons and serpentine predators.

"When Wordy Birdy and her friends go on a camping trip, they get an unexpected visit from Mr. Cougarpants. Can Wordy Birdy talk herself out of a becoming dinner?"--Provided by publisher.

"Lily meets a crow with a broken wing, so she and Maggie Rose take the crow home to Mom. But when the crow starts to become too tame, some unexpected problems arise. It's Lily to the rescue"--Provided by publisher.

"A young blue-footed booby named Benjamin has a knack for finding 'treasure' (human discards). When his discovery of a mirror causes him to become insecure about his body, Benjamin uses his collection to change his features. But his changes make it impossible to swim and fish and fly, and Benjamin realizes he's exactly the way he's meant to be"--Provided by publisher.

A construction crew rebuilds an old clock tower that has become home to rats, bats, mice, and an assortment of birds.

"In this book, early fluent readers will learn how flamingos get their pink feathers, as well as how they live and behave in their flocks. Color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about flamingos and their unique color. An infographic aids understanding, and an activity offers readers an opportunity to extend discovery. Flamingos also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index"--Provided by publisher.

Did you know that crows make their own tools, lead complex social lives, and never forget a human face? Scientists are just beginning to unlock the secrets of the crow's brain to discover how these avian Einsteins can be as smart as some primates, and even perform some of the same of the same cognitive feats as human children! Crows have problem-solving skills that will make you you rethink what it means to be a bird brain!.

Presents an introduction to peacocks, in simple with illustrations, providing information on their physical characteristics, habitat, life cycle, and behavior.