falcons

Compares and contrasts a peregrine falcon and a red-tailed hawk, while sharing information about each animal's anatomy and behavior.

What would happen if a . . . falcon and a . . . hawk met each other? What if they had a fight? Who do you think would win?"--Back cover.

"Falcons dive through the air. These birds of prey can reach speeds of more than 240 miles an hour! Their thin bodies and long, pointed wings help them go fast. Young readers will be quick to learn all they can about fierce falcons with . . . facts and . . . photos"--Provided by publisher.

This title focuses on Falcon and the animal that influenced his character, the falcon. It breaks down the origin of Falcon and explores the abilities and strengths that the animal and superhero share.

"Meet the falcon! Learn about how this bird of prey hunts with its sharp beak and talons. Elementary-aged readers will discover many kinds of falcons, from the speedy peregrine falcon to the huge gyrfalcon. Full color images and clear explanations highlight the habitat, diet, and lifestyle of these . . . flying creatures. A Native American folktale explains why the falcon is the fastest bird on earth. Includes a table of contents, an index, on-page definitions, and further resources for interested readers"--Provided by publisher.

Offers facts about falcons, including where they live, how they hunt, and how they survive in the wild.

Focuses on Falcon and the animal that influenced his character, the falcon. It breaks down the origin of Falcon and explores the abilities and strengths that the animal and superhero share.

"A basic exploration of the appearance, behavior, and habitat of falcons, Earth's fast-flying birds of prey. Also included is a story from folklore explaining why peregrine falcons are such good fliers"--.

"A look at falcons, including their habitats, physical characteristics such as their wings, behaviors, relationships with humans, and their threatened status in the world today"--Provided by publisher.

"Adri?n is always in trouble, at school and at home, while Santiago gets along quite well. But they are friends. When Adri?n finds a wounded bird in an abandoned lot in the midst of the city, things begin to change. Taking care of the bird, learning all about it, discovering that it is a falcon, loving it--and accepting what this love means--gives Adri?n a chance to show others a glimpse of who he truly is. Santiago has always known that Adri?n has a big heart, and his steadfast friendship is also the reason Adri?n has a chance to heal"--From the publisher's web site.