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By Suzanne

Written By David Lindo
Illustrated by Sara Boccaccini Meadows
New York, NY : Magic Cat Publishing, 2024. Informational. 61 pgs.

This is an engaging introduction to birdwatching designed especially for families and young readers. The book combines accessible information about different bird species with practical tips on how to observe and identify them in everyday environments. It invites readers to slow down, look closely, and develop a lasting appreciation for the birds around them.

By Eileen Christelow
Boston : Clarion Books, Houghton Mifflin Harcourt, 2017. Informational. 48 pgs.

In this book, Eileen Christelow beautifully illustrates the story of a pair of robins as they build a nest, lay eggs, and raise their chicks. The book shows each stage of a robin’s early life, from hatching to learning to fly. Readers will gain a deeper appreciation for nature as they watch the baby robins grow and become independent.

Written by Alex Bond
Illustrated by Henry Rancourt
New York, NY : Neon Squid, 2023. Informational. 48 pgs.

This book is written by the principal curator of birds at the National History Museum in London, Dr. Alex Bond. It explores how birds eat, sleep, hunt, and care for their young, highlighting the unique behaviors that help them survive in their environments. It begins at 6 a.m. with the dawn chorus and ends at 9 p.m. when the owls are waking up giving readers a glimpse into the routines of birds.

Written by Robert Furrow & Donna Jo Napoli
Illustrated by Marc Martin
New York : Random House Studio, 2023. Informational.

This is a lyrical nonfiction picture book explaining the fascinating concept of murmuration, named for the sound made by a cloud of starlings' wings. It highlights both the beauty of nature and the science behind collective behavior. The illustration done in watercolor, pencil, and digital collage are equally mesmerizing!

By Giselle Clarkson
Minneapolis, MN : Gecko Press, 2025. Informational. 92 pgs.

This quirky and interactive nonfiction book invites readers to think like bird detectives. Through humorous illustrations, diagrams, and prompts, it encourages close observation and curiosity about bird behavior, habitats, and adaptations. Blending science with playful inquiry, the book empowers readers to explore the natural world with creativity and critical thinking.

Written by Leslie Barnard Booth
Illustrated by Alexandra Finkeldey
San Francisco, CA : Chronicle Books, 2025. Informational.

This is another beautifully crafted nonfiction picture book that pairs rhythmic text and captivating illustration to explore the power of collective action. It demonstrates how the efforts of a single crow can join with others to create something far greater and stronger. The story encourages young readers to see themselves as part of a community, where cooperation and kindness can truly make a meaningful difference.
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