"Northern rockhopper penguins and colorful pufflegs are two examples of endangered birds. Few of them exist in the wild. Other birds have already gone extinct. What hurts these animals? What can you do to help?"--Page 4 of cover.

A photo essay on the world of birds examining such topics as body construction, feathers and flight, the adaptation of beaks and feet, feeding habits, courtship, nests and eggs, and bird watching.

VULTURES AND OTHER BIRDS: Elementary- to middle-school readers will explore amazing facts about birds in this 32-page nonfiction science book, which takes children on a journey with some of the most exciting (and dangerous?!) animals in the world! SCIENCE READER FOR KIDS: Around some animals, you need to use caution. Others are harmless or even helpful. But do you know which is which? Readers will explore the animal kingdom and discover which birds...

This title is a simple introduction to the Northern cardinal, its common characteristics, habitat, and habits. A map in the back matter shows the states where Northern cardinals are the official birds (Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, North Carolina, Ohio, West Virginia). Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.

Presents the history of the house sparrow, from its beginnings in the Middle East to its spread with the growth of agriculture around the world, and discusses its population decline in recent years.

"Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through grade three, this book introduces cranes to young readers through leveled text and related photos"--

"Developed by literacy experts in partnership with educators for students in PreK through grade two, this book introduces beginning readers to pet birds through simple, predictable text and related photos"--

Discusses the physical characteristics, behavior, and history of the domestic chicken and its wild relatives, including the grouse, pheasant, prairie chicken, and ptarmigan.

Learn what characteristics all birds share with each other. Features zany rhymes and humorous illustrations.

"Relevant images match informative text in this introduction to roadrunners. Intended for students in kindergarten through third grade"--