A Place for Birds Revised Edition Contributor(s): Stewart, Melissa (Author), Bond, Higgins (Illustrator) |
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ISBN: 1561458406 ISBN-13: 9781561458400 Publisher: Peachtree Publishers OUR PRICE: $7.19 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: April 2015 |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Juvenile Nonfiction | Science & Nature - Environmental Conservation & Protection - Juvenile Nonfiction | Science & Nature - Environmental Science & Ecosystems - Juvenile Nonfiction | Animals - Birds |
Dewey: 598 |
Lexile Measure: 970 |
Series: Place For... |
Physical Information: 0.12" H x 10.04" W x 9.16" (0.37 lbs) 32 pages |
Accelerated Reader Info |
Quiz #: 130591 Reading Level: 5.2 Interest Level: Lower Grades Point Value: 0.5 |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: Why are birds in danger, and how can we help? A perfect nonfiction book for budding birders and nature lovers from the award-winning A Place for... series by celebrated science writer Melissa Stewart. A teacher and classroom favorite Outstanding Science Trade Books for Students K-12 ―NSTA/CBC North America has almost three billion fewer birds now than it had fifty years ago. Can you believe it? Birds are in danger, and they are calling for our help. But humans are often the source of the harm What can we do to help save them? In simple yet compelling language, Melissa Stewart showcases twelve North American birds, from the familiar eastern bluebird to the rare Kirtland's warbler. Her clear narrative shows the threats these birds face, and informative sidebars describe a wide variety of efforts to save them. In addition, remarkable full-color illustrations vividly and accurately depict the birds within the ecosystems that support their survival. Range maps and additional bird facts are also included. This nonfiction picture book is part of a prize-winning series designed to inform young readers about a wide range of environmental issues and to present ways people can help protect animals and their natural habitats. An ideal choice for birders, scientists, environmentalists, and nature lovers. Also available: Teacher's Guide available. |
Contributor Bio(s): Stewart, Melissa: - Melissa Stewart earned degrees from Union College and New York University and worked as an editor. She is the author of more than sixty books and lives in Massachusetts.Bond, Higgins: - Higgins Bond received a BFA from the Memphis College of Art and has illustrated many books for children. She lives in Tennessee. |