Birds

by Angela Royston

Overview

This book is all about birds: what they do, how they behave, and how these characteristics are different from other groups of animals. Beautifully illustrated with colorful photographs, the book shows many examples of different types of birds in their natural environment.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781484607572
Publisher:	Capstone
Publication date:	01/01/2015
Series:	Animal Classifications
Pages:	32
Product dimensions:	8.10(w) x 7.10(h) x 2.00(d)
Lexile:	NC790L (what's this?)
Age Range:	6 - 8 Years

About the Author

Angela Royston has written many books for young people, including books about people at work, animals, health and the environment.

Table of Contents

Meet the birds — Body shape — Birds of prey — How birds fly — Champion fliers — Not all birds fly! — Feathers — Beaks — Eggs and nests — Caring for chicks — Water birds — One amazing bird!

Interviews

Discusses classification in very simple terms; beautiful photos; clear, readable text; glossary; quiz

Editorial Reviews

The series has just the right balance of text and engaging photos to keep the interest of the target audience. The series is a great supplement to curricular materials.

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