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PLACE FOR BIRDS, A
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Written by
Melissa Stewart
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Illustrated by
Higgins Bond
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Hardcover: $16.95
ISBN: 978-1-56145-474-7
Total Pages: 32
Size: 10-3/8 x 9-3/8
full color throughout
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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.
You can visit Melissa Stewart's website at: www.melissa-stewart.com
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HIGGINS BOND received a BFA from the Memphis College of Art and has illustrated many books for children. She lives in Tennessee.
You can visit Higgins Bond's website at: www.higginsbond.com
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This fact-filled, colorful look at the amazing world of birds includes a call to action to protect these beautiful creatures.
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Accelerated Reader & Reading Counts Tests:
Reading Counts Level: 6.6
AR Quiz#: 130591
AR Reading Level: 5.2
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In this simple introduction to birds and ecology, Melissa Stewart describes the behavior and beauty of birds and describes specific ways people can help protect them and their natural habitats.
Children learn basic facts about birds, including where they live, what they eat, and how they benefit plants and other animals. Sidebars throughout the book contain information on human action that has harmed birds and the many ways people can protect certain bird populations, such as by preserving forests and meadows and cutting down on pesticide use. Pointers on how youngsters can help birds in their own neighborhood are also included.
Author Melissa Stewart offers children a glimpse into the interconnectedness of our world and shows how the actions of one species can inadvertently harm another. Illustrator Higgins Bond’s colorful, realistically detailed illustrations highlight the diversity of the species—from the crested honeycreeper of Hawaii to the Florida scrub jay.
Future titles in the series include A PLACE FOR FROGS (Spring 2010) and A PLACE FOR FISH (Spring 2011).
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Reviews
“An accessible introduction to environmental issues… effective and engaging… Bond’s acrylic illustrations depict realistic scenes with a crisp vibrancy. Put this one in the hands of budding scientists, environmentalists and nature lovers.”Kirkus "...an attractive picture-book...this title will most likely find use in sparking classroom discussion."School Library Journal "...a useful addition to science collections..."Booklist "Wonderful, realistic illustrations..."The News Tribune "...Bond's full color illustrations extend the information provided in the text."The Carroll News "Wonderful, realistic illustrations..."The Herald "...an excellent, encouraging read."Virginian-Pilot "...a proactive look at what people can do to make the Earth safer for birds."Eagle "Although this book is geared toward children, parents and teachers may want to check it out because of the clear quality of writing and outstanding illustrations."Library Media Connection
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