Helen Plum Library

Describes the different kinds of nests that birds build to keep their eggs and chicks safe

Birds have lots of ways of communicating: They sing and talk, dance and drum, cuddle and fight. But what does all of the bird talk mean? Take a look at the secret life of birds in a child-friendly format that is sure to appeal to readers of all ages - whether they're die-hard bird-watchers or just curious about the creatures in their own backyards

"Birds are capable of detecting scents, and those scents and the microbiome that creates them are pivotal drivers of avian evolution. The author explains how birds produce complex chemical signals that are important to their social and reproductive behavior"--

"Want to learn more about the bird that chirps outside your window? Ignotofsky crafts a perfect read out loud with a touch of humor and compassion for our friends with wings in the sky! Find out more from the moment they hatch, to how they create their homes in this perfectly detailed and soon-to-be springtime favorite read!"-- Publisher's website Informative text clearly answers questions about the behavior and life cycle of birds

"Every night, birds all over the world settle down for a good night's sleep. But how on earth do they do it? Some are rocked to sleep on the surface of choppy seas. Others nap high in the air, gliding on warm air currents. Still other doze off standing up--on one leg. Take a journey around the world to peek into the bedtime habits of many species of birds." -- inside front jacket flap

In this lyrical STEM gem, follow 12 bird species as their babies begin their first migration down the majestic flyway An educational picture book in which lyrical text and impressionistic-style illustrations follow the life cycles of twelve migrating birds, representing the species who use the Mississippi flyway route. Back matter includes additional facts about flyways, migration, and each of the featured birds

"Come along on a bird watching adventure to discover fun facts about all difference types of feathery friends! This fun question and answer book has everything from facts and figures to simple diagrams and hilarious illustrations to help you learn about bird behavior, including how birds know when to fly south, how a pelican can fly without flapping its wings, why birds sing, and so much more."--

Describes the plight of seabirds, whose numbers are on the decline, and relays the importance of their voyages on sustaining life on Earth

"Birds are astonishingly intelligent creatures. In fact, according to revolutionary new research, some birds rival primates and even humans in their remarkable forms of intelligence. Like humans, many birds have enormous brains relative to their size. Although small, bird brains are packed with neurons that allow them to punch well above their weight. In The Genius of Birds, acclaimed author Jennifer Ackerman explores the newly discovered brilliance...