National Wildlife Federation's World of Birds: A Beginner's Guide

About this book

National Wildlife Federations World of Birds introduces kids ages 7 through 12 to more than 120 different species of birds in their native environments with detailed illustrations and exciting memorable information from Kim Kurki and the experts at the National Wildlife Federation. From the National Wildlife Federation publishers of Ranger Rick the popular nature magazine for kids comes this exciting dynamic and wonderfully illustrated guide for young naturalists. National Wildlife Federations World of Birds is arranged by habitat and identifies more than 100 birds. Kim Kurkis engaging and highly accurate illustrations give kids a true and close-up appreciation of each bird species such as its size shape color and markings as well as its habitat call and behavior. Kids will learn to recognize the birds by their individual characteristics such as the male cardinals distinctive crest the kestrels helicopter hover and the goldfinchs enchanting song. Youll also discover what makes each bird amazing including which is the fastest flier which lays the biggest egg and which spends years of its life in the water never touching land. The excellent illustrations nontechnical language and fascinating facts throughout make this an ideal guide for beginner bird-watchers of any age!