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Why are birds in danger, and how can we help?

A perfect nonfiction book for budding birders and nature lovers from the award-winning A Place for... series by celebrated science writer Melissa Stewart. A teacher and classroom favorite

Outstanding Science Trade Books for Students K-12 ―NSTA/CBC
CCBC Choices (The Natural World)
Best Children's Books of the Year ―Bank Street College of Education
Green Earth Book Award (Honor Book, Picture Book)
NSTA Recommends

North America has almost three billion fewer birds now than it had fifty years ago. Can you believe it? Birds are in danger, and they are calling for our help. But humans are often the source of the harm What can we do to help save them?

In simple yet compelling language, Melissa Stewart showcases twelve North American birds, from the familiar eastern bluebird to the rare Kirtland's warbler. Her clear narrative shows the threats these birds face, and informative sidebars describe a wide variety of efforts to save them. In addition, remarkable full-color illustrations vividly and accurately depict the birds within the ecosystems that support their survival. Range maps and additional bird facts are also included.

This nonfiction picture book is part of a prize-winning series designed to inform young readers about a wide range of environmental issues and to present ways people can help protect animals and their natural habitats. An ideal choice for birders, scientists, environmentalists, and nature lovers.

Also available:
A Place for Bats
A Place for Butterflies
A Place for Fish
A Place for Frogs
A Place for Turtles

Teacher's Guide available.