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 Birds and Their Feathers
By: Britta Teckentrap
Munich, 2018. Informational.

"The feather -- at once fragile and strong, versatile and beautiful --is one of nature's most ingenious constructions. With charming illustrations by Britta Teckentrup and a wealth of fascinating facts, this book tells the story of birds and their feathers for young readers. From iridescent feathers to feathers that sing; from the stately plumage of peacocks to the plumes of tiny hummingbirds; from the feathers of ancient myth to those that inspired human flight; there are delightful feathery stories here for all."



How to Find a Bird
Written by: Jennifer Ward
Illustrated by: Diana Sudyka
Beach Lane Books, 2020. Informational.

Young bird lovers will adore this lushly illustrated introduction to how to spot and observe our feathered friends. It features more than fifty different species, from the giant whooping crane to the tiny ruby-throated hummingbird, and so many in between, and a detailed author's note provides even more information about birding for curious readers. This celebration of the wondrous variety, colors, and sounds of the avian world is sure to have children's grabbing their binoculars and heading outside to explore.

How to Find a Bird
Written by: Jennifer Ward
Illustrated by: Diana Sudyka
Beach Lane Books, 2020. Informational.

Young bird lovers will adore this lushly illustrated introduction to how to spot and observe our feathered friends. It features more than fifty different species, from the giant whooping crane to the tiny ruby-throated hummingbird, and so many in between, and a detailed author's note provides even more information about birding for curious readers. This celebration of the wondrous variety, colors, and sounds of the avian world is sure to have children's grabbing their binoculars and heading outside to explore.

Bird Show
By: Susan Stockdale
Peachtree Publishing, 2021. Informational.

Award-winning author-illustrator Susan Stockdale welcomes you to the Bird Show, showcasing natures most dazzling colors diverse patterns, and fashionable feathered features! 

Birds may be one color or many. Their feathers may be simple and solid or speckled, striped, or spotted. They may ?wear? a jacket, a scarf, an apron, a headdress. But just like people, each one contributes to our beautiful world, made more vibrant by their diversity. 


Birds from Head to Tail
Written by: Stacey Roderick
Illustrated by: Kwanchai Moriya
Kids Can Press, 2018. Informational.

"Guess which bird each colorful close-up belongs to, then turn the page for the answer and some fascinating facts about that animal. Two final pages add to the fun with a quick look at other extraordinary birds and their interesting body parts - from the tops of their heads to the tips of their tail feathers."

Feathers for Peacock
Written by: Jacqueline Jules
Illustrated by: Helen Cann
Wisdom Tales, 2016. Picture Book.

Long ago, when the world was brand new, all birds were naked. It wasn't fair. Foxes had furn. Turtles had shells. Birds deserved coats, too. Disgruntled, they approach the first full spring moon for advice. Birds of all shapes and sizes attend the meeting. Everyone except Peacock. He arrives on the scene late, to find his friends covered with warm, colorful feathers. Look at Peacock he is still nakesd. All the birds stare at poor Peacock trembling in the cold night air. What will Peacock and his friends do? Find out in this beautiful and charming pourquoi story about kindness.

Tanna's Owl
Written by: Rachel and Sean Qitsualike-Tinsley
Illustrated by: Yong Ling Kang
Inhabit Media Inc, 2019. Picture Book.

When Tanna's father brings home an abandoned owl, she is not eager to take care of the needy, ugly little bird. Tanna must wake at 4:00 a.m. to catch food for the owl. She must feed-it, clean up after it, all while avoiding its sharp, chomping beak and big, stomping talons. After weeks of following her father's instructions on how to care for the owl she says good-bye to the owl. She is relieved not to have to care for it anymore, but also a big sad. This heartwarming story based on the author's own life experience teaches young readers the value of hard work, heling, and caring- even when the thing you are caring for does not love you back.


The Big Book of Birds
By: Yuval Zommer
Thames & Hudson Inc., 2019. Informational









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