feathers

Text and photographs showcase the feathers and hair of various animals, from how they are used, to why they are important.

Simple text and photographs describe feathers and their functions.

Pierre the penguin lost his feathers and was too cold to swim in the water until aquatic biologist Pam came up with an idea to get Pierre to swim again.

Rachel and Kirsty must find the feather that belongs to Hayley the rain fairy in order to stop a flood.

"Young naturalists meet sixteen birds in this introduction to the many uses of feathers"--Amazon.com.

Briefly describes how the fur and feathers of various animals differ in shape, pattern, and function.

Explains how feathers evolved, how they develop, how they differ from each other, and how their varied colors and patterns are produced.

Explores the purposes of the fur of mammals and the feathers of birds.

Brief text and color illustrations provide young readers with information about different types of birds and their feathers.

Simple text and photographs show different kinds of animal hair, feathers, and fur. Includes a picture glossary which identifies the animals pictured and provides information to help with classification skills.