A book filled with interesting facts and information about ostriches, the world's largest bird.

"This field guide highlights 100 birds of prey found throughout the world. Readers will gain a greater understanding of these creatures and will be able to identify them in the wild" --

"Young naturalists meet sixteen birds in this elegant introduction to the many uses of feathers."--Amazon.com.

"Readers will learn what fish are, some of the different kinds, and all about their shared characteristics. Title is filled with cool, full-bleed photographs of the animals and simple sentences. This title is written at a Level 1, specifically for beginning readers" --

Acclaimed scientist and author Bernd Heinrich has returned every year since boyhood to a beloved patch of western Maine woods. What is the biology in humans of this deep in the bones pull toward a particular place, and how is it related to animal homing? Heinrich explores the fascinating science chipping away at the mysteries of animal migration: how geese imprint true visual landscape memory; how scent trails are used by many creatures, from fish...

"Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through grade three, this book introduces swallows to young readers through leveled text and related photos"--

"In this nonfiction picture book for young readers, we learn just why the mother nesting bird stays quiet and still while sitting on her eggs."--

"What kind of bird has a beak like a straw? A hummingbird! This playful picture book will keep readers guessing as they discover how the beaks of different birds resemble tools."--

"This fascinating series takes a very simple look at animal classifications, with each book focussing on a different group of animal. This book is 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."--

A godwit hatches, evades predators, and learns to hunt and fly. Then, she sets off on her first migration - 7,200 nonstop miles, from Alaska to New Zealand! Facts about godwits.