"Beginning readers will learn to spot the differences between these large birds. Carefully leveled text relays what the birds look like and how they behave. Each page then asks readers to name which one is shown in the photo. Answers appear upside down on the bottom of each page, making reading for learning interactive and fun. A See and Compare spread shows and labels each bird side by side, while a Quick Facts feature lists even more information about their similarities and differences"--Provided by publisher.
"When Opal the ostrich is anxious, her neck feels as wobbly as a spaghetti noodle. Her family lovingly calls this 'the noodles,' and tries their best to help. But it's not easy to calm down when you're a worrier like Opal--especially when you're worrying about somebody else's opinion of you. Now it's the day of her family's annual party, and Opal is in charge of picking up the triple-layer-double-custard-beet-and-berry tart from the bakery! What if she does something wrong? What if somebody gets mad at her? Opal is having a serious case of the Noodles. This . . . take on social anxiety is . . . perfect for young children and anyone else who has ever gotten the noodles"--Provided by publisher.
"Ostrich Willa and penguin Wade, best friends who really want to fly, put their heads together to come up with ideas to reach their lofty goal"--Provided by publisher.
"Photography accompanies . . . information about the fighting advantages of ostriches and cheetahs. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 3 through 7"--Provided by publisher.
"A basic exploration of the appearance, behavior, and habitat of ostriches, the tall, fast-running African birds. Also included is a story from folklore explaining why ostriches keep their wings close to the body"--Provided by publisher.
When the Easter Bunny needs to get more eggs for an Easter Egg Hunt, an ostrich donning a pair of bunny ears takes his place and hops into the yard to save the day, wondering if anyone will notice the last-minute switcheroo.
