BIRDS are warm-blooded vertebrate covered with feathers. They have two wings, two legs, a beak, and no teeth. The young hatch from hard-shelled eggs. People who enjoy observing birds are called birders or bird watchers.
To understand a concept, it’s useful to read a cluster of books related to a theme. Explore these recently published books for young people:
LISTEN TO THE BIRDS written by Yoann Gueny, Donald Kroodsma, and Léna Mazilu takes readers on birding adventures in a variety of habitats across North America. Children are introduced to each bird, its call, and interesting facts. Colorful illustrations bring each bird to life. The book concludes with a glossary, notes about birdsong, and additional resources. Readers are encouraged to download the Birdie Memory app to extend the experience. ARC courtesy of Norton Young Readers, an imprint of W.W. Norton.
HOW TO BIRD by Rasha Hamid is an attractive picture book sharing the world of birding with young children. Readers learn about the tools and activities of birders. Children are encouraged to listen for common bird calls, watch for birds, record observations, and celebrate success. The book concludes with useful additional information for young birders. ARC courtesy of Free Spirit Publishing.
HOW TO LOOK AT A BIRD: OPEN YOUR EYES TO THE JOY OF WATCHING AND KNOWING BIRDS by Clare Walker Leslie encourages readers to observe birds, look for specific features, and enjoy bird watching. Although written for a general audience, this beginning guide is highly visual approach and useful for all ages. The observation prompts and emphasis on commonly seen birds are particularly useful for youth readers. ARC courtesy of Storey Publishing, an imprint of Hachette Group.
