National Geographic Little Kids First Big Book of Birds

by Catherine D. Hughes

Overview

This adorable reference introduces young readers to birds of all kinds: big and small, flyers and swimmers, colorful and plain. They’ll find backyard favorites, such as robins and cardinals and be introduced to more unique species that inhabit rain forests and deserts around the world. Bird behaviors kids can relate to, including singing, dancing, building, swimming, and diving, reveal fascinating insights into the avian world. More than 100 colorful photos are paired with profiles of each bird, along with facts about the creatures' sizes, diets, homes, and more. This charming book will quickly become a favorite at storytime, bedtime, and any other time.


From the Hardcover edition.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781426326158
Publisher:	National Geographic Society
Publication date:	07/12/2016
Series:	National Geographic Little Kids First Big Books Series
Sold by:	Penguin Random House Publisher Services
Format:	eBook
Pages:	128
Lexile:	NC800L (what's this?)
File size:	67 MB
Note:	This product may take a few minutes to download.
Age Range:	4 - 8 Years

About the Author

Catherine D. Hughes is the author of several books in the National Geographic Little Kids First Big Book series, including Little Kids First Big Book of Dinosaurs, Little Kids First Big Book of Space, and Little Kids First Big Book of the Ocean. She also has a degree in early childhood development.

Editorial Reviews

"You will have a hard time keeping this book on the shelf because children and adults alike will want to take this book home!" —School Library Connection

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From the Publisher

Given the preponderance of books involving large mammals, National Geographic’s new, must-have guide on birds is delightful. From common birds, such as the American Robin, to more exotic birds, like the keel-billed toucan, plus fan favorites such as the ostrich and penguin, there are great opportunities to share excitement over learning about birds. What makes this title stand out are sections, such as “parent tips” which provides details on how to help a child make a bird poster or go birding, and questions for kids, such as: “which bird-of-paradise is your favorite?” Each bird has facts listed such as home and food. Large, bright photos make this an appropriate book for younger readers, and older elementary students will find plenty of useful facts for book reports or personal interest. Chapters cover “Bird Basics;” “Flyers, Runners and Swimmers;” “Singers, Dancers and Show-Offs;” “Builders, Weavers and Nesters;” and “Hunters, Gatherers and Scavengers.” Additional sections include a bird map and matching game. Highly recommended. Part of the “National Geographic Little Kids First Big Books” series. Reviewer: Elizabeth Leis-Newman; Ages 5 to 9.

Children's Literature - Elizabeth Leis-Newman

10/01/2016
PreS-Gr 3—Parents, teachers, and curious children will be fascinated by this excellent introduction to birds. The chapter divisions reflect the features and behavior of a broad range of birds. End-of-chapter games and interactive questions encourage children to personally engage with the subject matter, while the "Parent Tips" section provides activity ideas and further resources. Sidebars with basic information about specific avian species also show the scale of those birds by depicting the animals next to a child's hand. Subject headings, a wealth of fact boxes, a glossary, and an index make this a great choice for teaching nonfiction text features. Use a small section for read-alouds or storytime and then encourage children to pore over the pages on their own. VERDICT Lush nature photography, concise language, a large print size, and a browsable layout: this offering is ideal for home, school, and library use.—Rachel Anne Mencke, St. Matthew's Parish School, Pacific Palisades, CA

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