Presents illustrations of birds to match each letter of the alphabet, with a poetic couplet and brief descriptions of the characteristics of each bird and its song.
Provides tips on how to identify some of the many trees that grow in the prairies, woodlands, swamps, and mountains of the United States; looks at the leaves, bark, and seeds of each featured tree; and includes ideas for tree-related activities.
Describes how to find and identify footprints, droppings, nests, feathers, fur, and other common clues left by seventeen wild animals as they pursue their lives in woods, fields, and along ponds.
Groups birds according to whether they are found in city and town, farm country, field and meadow, or woodland and then describes the birds, their nests, and their eggs.
A conversational, lighthearted introduction to birdwatching encourages kids to get outdoors with a sketchbook and explains how to identify local varieties by referencing cartoon illustrations that whimsically profile bird characteristics.
Explores the world of amphibians, discussing their classification, anatomy, behavior, and habitat, and providing photographs and detailed descriptions of individual species.