About Waterfowl
An informative and entertaining introduction for young children to the amazing birds that live near water in all types of habitats
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This series of beginner’s guides offers a first glimpse into the natural world using simple, easy-to-understand language to teach younger children about what different animals are, how they look, how they move, what they eat, and where they live.
By Cathryn Sill / Illustrated by John Sill
About Seabirds
A simple first look at birds that spend most of their lives on or near the ocean. From Cathryn and John Sill, creators of the award-winning About… series.
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About Woodpeckers
Calling all birders! The creators of the award-winning About Habitats and About… series offer a first glimpse into the world of woodpeckers in this beautiful classroom favorite!
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About Amphibians
Frogs and toads and salamanders – oh my! A first look at amphibians from the creators of the award-winning About… and About Habitats series.
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About Fish
An award-winning beginner’s guide to the natural world of fish. From Cathryn and John Sill, creators of the About… and About Habitats series.
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About Marine Mammals
A classroom favorite and first glimpse of marine mammals that’s ideal for budding oceanographers! From the creators of the award-winning About… and About Habitats series.
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About Reptiles
Got a fan of snakes, lizards, and turtles? Dig into this beginner’s guide to reptiles from Cathryn and John Sill, creators of the award-winning About… and About Habitats series.
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About Mammals
An award-winning first glimpse into the diverse natural world of mammals. From Cathryn and John Sill, creators of the About… and About Habitats series.
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About Parrots
A classroom favorite and beautiful, informative first glance at parrots from the creators of the award-winning About… and About Habitats series.
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About Birds
An award-winning, educator-approved first book on birds. From Cathryn and John Sill, creators of the celebrated About… and About Habitats series.
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About Hummingbirds
An award-winning first glimpse into the world of hummingbirds. From the celebrated team of Cathryn and John Sill, creators of the About and About Habitats series.
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About Raptors
Budding birders will enjoy finding out about birds of prey in this award-winning first guide from the creators of the celebrated About and About Habitats series.
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About Penguins
A gorgeous first glimpse into the natural world of penguins from Cathryn and John Sill, creators of the award-winning About… and About Habitats series.
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About Rodents
Explore the fascinating world of rats, squirrels, guinea pigs, and more in this primer from the creators of the award-winning About… and About Habitats series.
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About Marsupials
Explore the world of koalas, kangaroos, and other marsupials in this award-winning beginner’s guide from the creators of the About… and About Habitats series.
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About the Author and illustrator
Cathryn Sill
AuthorCathryn Sill, a graduate of Western Carolina University, was an elementary school teacher for thirty years. She lives in North Carolina.
John Sill
IllustratorJohn Sill holds a BS in wildlife biology from North Carolina State University. Combining his knowledge of wildlife and artistic skill, John has achieved an impressive reputation as a wildlife artist and received several awards. He lives in North Carolina.