Produktdetaljer
Biografisk notat
From her home base in North Florida, Erika Zambello has explored hundreds of ecological research sites, estuarine research reserves, national parks, state parks, and national wildlife refuges across the Southeast and around the country. She is a National Geographic Young Explorer and serves on the board of the National Parks Traveler. She holds a Master’s Degree in Environmental Management from the Duke Nicholas School of the Environment (where she specialized in Ecosystem Science and Conservation) and a Master’s Degree in Strategic Communication from the University of West Florida. As a writer, her work has been featured in National Geographic Adventure, National Geographic Voices, Backpacker, Florida Sportsman, and more.
<p><b>”Highly Recommended”</b><br />
“This compact introduction to ornithology for young birders provides a quality overview of North American birds. Stunning photographs and informative diagrams accompany small segments of information that provide a quality overview of the birds, their life cycles, habitats, conservation status, migration routes, and other useful facts. A quick glance at the frequent headings makes the organization of information easy to follow and allows readers to find answers to their questions easily. The bulk of the text is comprised of color-coded bird categories with thoughtful and succinct descriptions that include when you’ll see them, where you’ll see them, what to look for, and whether or not they’ll come to a feeder. The final section will draw in any reader, no matter their age, with projects and activities that are not only fun, but which can help birds to thrive. A nice addition is a four-page spread which names and provides an image of each of the 50 state birds. Rounding out the text is a recommended reading list, a glossary, a birding journal, and information about the author. This book will appeal to anyone who picks it up because of its beautiful photos, thoughtful and concise descriptions, and ease of use.”<br />
—Susan Anderson, Librarian, <i>School Library Connection</i></p>
With bird facts, an identification guide, and how-to instructions, this is a perfect children’s introduction to bird-watching.
You’ve seen birds in your backyard or at the local park. Now become a young ornithologist. Learn all about the scientific study of birds. Author, birder, and outdoors researcher Erika Zambello presents a kids’ introduction to birding. The children’s book, ideal for early and middle-grade readers, conveys fascinating information for beginners. Kids gain an understanding of such topics as bird anatomy, life cycle, and habitat.
From there, readers are introduced to 60 different species of important birds to know. With chickadees, hummingbirds, owls, woodpeckers, and more, the field guide section serves as an identification aid and offers information about when to look, where to look, and what to look for.
A how-to section provides advice to help children get started birding—with practical tips on attracting birds to their yards. There are also fun activities for the entire family to enjoy, a wonderful way to turn birding into a shared hobby. The activities range from simple, like leaving out nesting materials, to advanced, such as planting a bird- and pollinator-friendly garden.
Inside You’ll Find
- how-to section, including details on getting started
- The basics of ornithology
- Identification guide to common and important birds to know
- Bird-related activities that the entire family can enjoy
This children’s guide to birding includes an introduction to ornithology, a bird identification section, and how-to instructions.
My Spark Bird
About Birds
How Birds Evolved
Flight & Anatomy
Life Cycle
Different Kinds of Flight
Migration
Changing Plumage
Bird Types
Habitat
Conservation
Getting Started as a Birder
Where and How to Look
The Birds
Birding Projects, Community Science, and More
Recommended Reading
Glossary
Your Birding Life List
About the Author
Getting Started as a Birder
The only thing you really need to be a good birder is curiosity about the natural world. You can see birds everywhere, from the pigeons and sparrows of the city to the robins and jays of suburban neighborhoods to the meadowlarks and bluebirds of open fields.
Look at each bird carefully, and if it helps, take notes on what you observe. What color are they, and where are the colors on the bird’s body? What does the bill look like? Approximately how big is the bird? Importantly, note the habitat in which the bird appears. Some species, like Belted Kingfishers, are only found near water, while others, including Pine Warblers, prefer specific species of trees. The more you bird, the more these relationships will stand out to you.
Though you don’t need anything but your eyes and ears for birding, there are a few tools to help make identification easier.
Binoculars: Binoculars zoom in on the bird, making it easier to spot a bird’s distinguishing field marks, or traits, that distinguish it from other species.
Camera: If you have a camera with a zoom lens, you can take a photo of the bird you see and use field guides or the internet to help make an identification.
Field guides: Field guides are illustrated with drawings or photographs to show you how to tell different bird species apart. Today, there are online field guides and apps, like the Merlin ID app by the Cornell Lab of Ornithology or the Bird Guide App by the National Audubon Society.
Notebook: A notebook is super helpful to keep track of the birds you see, the field marks you notice, as well as your observations about bird habitat.
The Simple Introductions to Science series introduces children, ages 6 to 12, to some of the most appealing aspects of nature. Topics range from fossils to insects, and the books serve as both a basic introduction and a field identification guide. When applicable, the Simple Introductions to Science books also present a how-to guide to finding and collecting. At 5" x 7" and around 160 pages, each book is conveniently sized for small hands. The colorful, appealing, kid-friendly design includes plenty of full-color photographs and illustrations. A number of headers with short blocks of text make for easy reading. Filled with fun and fascinating information, each softcover book retails for under $15.
<p><b>”Highly Recommended”</b><br />
“This compact introduction to ornithology for young birders provides a quality overview of North American birds. Stunning photographs and informative diagrams accompany small segments of information that provide a quality overview of the birds, their life cycles, habitats, conservation status, migration routes, and other useful facts. A quick glance at the frequent headings makes the organization of information easy to follow and allows readers to find answers to their questions easily. The bulk of the text is comprised of color-coded bird categories with thoughtful and succinct descriptions that include when you’ll see them, where you’ll see them, what to look for, and whether or not they’ll come to a feeder. The final section will draw in any reader, no matter their age, with projects and activities that are not only fun, but which can help birds to thrive. A nice addition is a four-page spread which names and provides an image of each of the 50 state birds. Rounding out the text is a recommended reading list, a glossary, a birding journal, and information about the author. This book will appeal to anyone who picks it up because of its beautiful photos, thoughtful and concise descriptions, and ease of use.”<br />
—Susan Anderson, Librarian, <i>School Library Connection</i></p>
With bird facts, an identification guide, and how-to instructions, this is a perfect children’s introduction to bird-watching.
You’ve seen birds in your backyard or at the local park. Now become a young ornithologist. Learn all about the scientific study of birds. Author, birder, and outdoors researcher Erika Zambello presents a kids’ introduction to birding. The children’s book, ideal for early and middle-grade readers, conveys fascinating information for beginners. Kids gain an understanding of such topics as bird anatomy, life cycle, and habitat.
From there, readers are introduced to 60 different species of important birds to know. With chickadees, hummingbirds, owls, woodpeckers, and more, the field guide section serves as an identification aid and offers information about when to look, where to look, and what to look for.
A how-to section provides advice to help children get started birding—with practical tips on attracting birds to their yards. There are also fun activities for the entire family to enjoy, a wonderful way to turn birding into a shared hobby. The activities range from simple, like leaving out nesting materials, to advanced, such as planting a bird- and pollinator-friendly garden.
Inside You’ll Find
- how-to section, including details on getting started
- The basics of ornithology
- Identification guide to common and important birds to know
- Bird-related activities that the entire family can enjoy
This children’s guide to birding includes an introduction to ornithology, a bird identification section, and how-to instructions.
My Spark Bird
About Birds
How Birds Evolved
Flight & Anatomy
Life Cycle
Different Kinds of Flight
Migration
Changing Plumage
Bird Types
Habitat
Conservation
Getting Started as a Birder
Where and How to Look
The Birds
Birding Projects, Community Science, and More
Recommended Reading
Glossary
Your Birding Life List
About the Author
Getting Started as a Birder
The only thing you really need to be a good birder is curiosity about the natural world. You can see birds everywhere, from the pigeons and sparrows of the city to the robins and jays of suburban neighborhoods to the meadowlarks and bluebirds of open fields.
Look at each bird carefully, and if it helps, take notes on what you observe. What color are they, and where are the colors on the bird’s body? What does the bill look like? Approximately how big is the bird? Importantly, note the habitat in which the bird appears. Some species, like Belted Kingfishers, are only found near water, while others, including Pine Warblers, prefer specific species of trees. The more you bird, the more these relationships will stand out to you.
Though you don’t need anything but your eyes and ears for birding, there are a few tools to help make identification easier.
Binoculars: Binoculars zoom in on the bird, making it easier to spot a bird’s distinguishing field marks, or traits, that distinguish it from other species.
Camera: If you have a camera with a zoom lens, you can take a photo of the bird you see and use field guides or the internet to help make an identification.
Field guides: Field guides are illustrated with drawings or photographs to show you how to tell different bird species apart. Today, there are online field guides and apps, like the Merlin ID app by the Cornell Lab of Ornithology or the Bird Guide App by the National Audubon Society.
Notebook: A notebook is super helpful to keep track of the birds you see, the field marks you notice, as well as your observations about bird habitat.
The Simple Introductions to Science series introduces children, ages 6 to 12, to some of the most appealing aspects of nature. Topics range from fossils to insects, and the books serve as both a basic introduction and a field identification guide. When applicable, the Simple Introductions to Science books also present a how-to guide to finding and collecting. At 5" x 7" and around 160 pages, each book is conveniently sized for small hands. The colorful, appealing, kid-friendly design includes plenty of full-color photographs and illustrations. A number of headers with short blocks of text make for easy reading. Filled with fun and fascinating information, each softcover book retails for under $15.
Produktdetaljer
Biografisk notat
From her home base in North Florida, Erika Zambello has explored hundreds of ecological research sites, estuarine research reserves, national parks, state parks, and national wildlife refuges across the Southeast and around the country. She is a National Geographic Young Explorer and serves on the board of the National Parks Traveler. She holds a Master’s Degree in Environmental Management from the Duke Nicholas School of the Environment (where she specialized in Ecosystem Science and Conservation) and a Master’s Degree in Strategic Communication from the University of West Florida. As a writer, her work has been featured in National Geographic Adventure, National Geographic Voices, Backpacker, Florida Sportsman, and more.