Rebecca the red-tailed hawk believes she knows every inch of the Donley Farm but has never met its famous ghost, so she decides to stay up late one night to face the famous phantom and is soon engaged in conversation with Bernard the barn owl. Includes notes "For Creative Minds.".
"Peer into the nocturnal forests with this high-interest introduction to the pale, broad-winged birds of prey known as barn owls"--Provided by publisher.
One winter, a grandfather and his small grandchild find an owl roost, open owl pellets, install a nest box and watch patiently until spring when they are rewarded with the sight of owls, hunting in their fields and feeding a family in the box they have provided.
Calpurnia and her grandfather rescue a barn owl from the river and, with the help of Dr. Pritzker, dead mice, and some detective work, nurse it back to health.
Highlights the habitat, physical features, and behavioral characteristics of barn owls. Includes a page of other weird owls, a picture glossary, resources for further information, and color photographs.
While investigating reports of a ghost at Donley Farm, Rebecca the red-tailed hawk discovers that the ghost is actually a barn owl named Bernard. The two birds befriend one another and discuss their commonalities and differences. Back matter contains additional information on diurnal and nocturnal animals raptor diets, and raptor adaptations.
"This book takes readers on a journey through the night to discover the world of nocturnal animals living in their own backyards. This title focuses on barn owls, showcasing their behavior, habitat, diet, and the things they get up to when we're asleep!"--.
Berkeley and her friends and fellow owls Bo and Bree enjoy dancing the night away at the barn dance, but when it is time for them to fly from the nest, they are nervous and scared, until the melodies of the night show them the way to safety.
