Birds: an Introduction to Why Birds Do What They Do

“What kind of bird is that?” If you hear this often from your kids, this book will help you identify and teach about common birds found throughout North America. Sometimes, when you’re learning new things, the best place to start is a children’s book.. This book will cover why birds build nests, when some need to camouflage, and how they use their feathers. With over 25 full color photographs of birds in their habitats, you and your child will be introduced to basic bird behavior along with some fun facts and surprising trivia.. Grouped into main categories, Birds explores the reasons for:nestswingsfeathersbill (or beak)Also included are 10 highlighted vocabulary words, (like the word precocial) that will help your child have a well-rounded understanding of birds and their environment.. Questions are good for learning and there are several sprinkled throughout the book to help engage further discovery.. Birds includes different activities for your hands-on learners as well. Take a walk with our simple Bird Identification Checklist to count how many of the 4 very common birds you can find. Make a bird feeder or try your hand at nest building. Use the Beak Experiment to explore and discover why birds have certain beaks.Wild Wonders non-fiction animal books for kids. The series is an introduction to not only animal facts, but the concepts of conservation, protection, and respect for the natural world. We believe that as children learn about the animal kingdom, they will gain insights that will help them better co-exist with the animals that share our planet.