Description
The latest updated edition of this fact-filled, colorful look at the amazing world of birds includes two brand new illustrations and a call to action to protect these beautiful creatures.
In simple yet informative language, A Place for Birds introduces young readers to the ways human action or inaction can affect bird populations and opens kids’ minds to a wide range of environmental issues. Describing various examples, the text provides an intriguing look at birds, at the ecosystems that support their survival, and at the efforts of some people to save them. At the end of the book, the author offers readers a list of things they can do to help protect these special creatures in their own communities.
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 Reviews
“Well organized and laid out and should make for a useful prompt for discussing human effects on the environment: statements about the problems birds encounter are accompanied by handsome, realistic paintings.” ―School Library Journal
“A useful addition to science collections.” ―Booklist
Awards
Outstanding Science Trade Books for Students K-12 ―National Science Teachers Association, Children’s Book Council, 2010
CCBC Choices (The Natural World) ―Cooperative Children’s Book Center, 2010
Best Children’s Books of the Year ―Bank Street College of Education, 2010
Green Earth Book Award (Honor Book, Picture Book) ―Newton Marasco Foundation, 2010
NSTA Recommends ―National Science Teachers Association, 2010
Society of School Librarians International Book Awards (Honor Book, Science K-6) ―Society of School Librarians International, 2009
Chicago Public Library Best of the Best Book ―Chicago Public Library, 2009
Keystone to Reading Book Award (Nominee) ―Keystone State Reading Association, 2010-2011
More Details
AR Level: 5.2
Lexile: 970L
Themes: Birds, Biodiversity, Environment, Habitats, Life Cycles
BISAC 1: JNF037020 JUVENILE NONFICTION / Science & Nature / Environmental Conservation & Protection
BISAC 2: JNF051100 JUVENILE NONFICTION / Science & Nature / Environmental Science & Ecosystems
BISAC 3: JNF003030 JUVENILE NONFICTION / Animals / Birds
