I Love Birds!: 52 Ways to Wonder, Wander, and Explore Birds with Kids

Description

Go nest hunting, discover the beauty of feathers, and learn to identify birds in your neighborhood--52 activities from the author of the wildly popular I Love Dirt! for kids ages 4 to 8. Part journal, part field guide, Wild about Birds! is chock-full of the activities, information, and rich resources that will fuel discovery and inspire families, urban and rural, with everything bird. Through sensory, hands-on, creative explorations that involve birding basics and the how's and why's of bird behavior, parents are invited share the joy of birds with children ages 4 to 8. The activities here will engage children's imagination and sense of wonder as they observe birds in the wild, become citizen scientists, delve into their DIY and artistic side, and enjoy the simple bounty of bliss birds provided merely by engaging with them--all the while forging a deeper understanding, appreciation, and stewardship toward nature, our planet, and all things feathery.

JENNIFER WARD is a naturalist and an award-winning author. Jennifer has authored numerous award-winning books for children, often inspired by concepts found in nature and science. She is involved with birds, their habits, and their habitats daily and participates annually in the Great Backyard Bird Count, sponsored by the National Audubon Society and the Cornell Lab of Ornithology. She is a member of the American Birding Association, the Cornell Lab of Ornithology, and the National Audubon Society.

"Jennifer Ward's I Love Birds! Is a fantastic book to get kids interested in wild birds and the natural world all around them."-Dave Mizejewski, spokesperson for the National Wildlife Federation "Kids will be captivated by the outdoor experiences in I Love Birds! It's a perfect fit for parents and teachers looking for ways to engage children in STEM activities."-Amy Weeks, director, St. Louis Audubon Society "Ward has considered everyobstacle in helping readers jump right into birding, whether they have a few minutes free or an entire day. A lifetime love of nature is contagious, a feeling Ward captures perfectly. This is sure to become a favoriteof caregivers, parents, teachers, naturalists, and, of course, children."-Booklist