Parents and teachers can use this book to engage children with the world outside by opening their eyes to fascinating common bird species.
• Provides 20 bird tales from around the world retold in simple language, perfect for story time or independent reading
• Contains over 60 images, including 20 original woodcut-style story illustrations
• Includes a "Feathered Fact File" for each bird species covered, containing numerous fun facts designed to pique children's interest in birds
• Each chapter provides a discussion or writing prompt, a story-sharing strategy for parents and teachers, and a backyard birding tip
• A bibliography lists works cited and consulted as well as additional resource recommendations for parents and teachers
• A handy table shows the skills and standards reinforced by each chapter's extension activity at a glance