Sharing the Wonder of Birds with Kids
For the Birds [Laura’s first book] is one of the most delightful books that I have read in a long time. Laura’s literary style is absolutely captivating. I recommend this book to anyone even remotely interested in birds.
Frank A. Iwen, curator of birds and mammals, University of Wisconsin Zoological Museum
On the wings of Laura Erickson’s award-winning book For the Birds comes Sharing the Wonder of Birds with Kids. Easy and fun to use, Sharing the Wonder is a delightful book that helps caring adults introduce kids to the fascinating world of birds.
Chock-full of creative activities, this hands-on guide goes way beyond teaching bird identification. In her light-hearted style, Erickson paves the way for children to discover—with a little help from you—the beauty and significance of birds, how their bodies work, why they behave as they do, and why it’s critical to protect and care for them.
Sharing the Wonder of Birds with Kids will show you how to kindle children’s interest in birds, giving them the joy and pride of discovering these natural treasures for themselves.
For the Birds [Laura’s first book] is one of the most delightful books that I have read in a long time. Laura’s literary style is absolutely captivating. I recommend this book to anyone even remotely interested in birds.
Frank A. Iwen, curator of birds and mammals, University of Wisconsin Zoological Museum
I heartily endorse this book because the author once sent me a tapeworm that came from a bird.
Dave Barry, syndicated humor columnist
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction
1 The Magic of Birds
2 A Few Tools of the Trade
3 Attracting Birds to Home and School
4 Bird Identification Starters
5 Planning Bird Outings with Kids
6 Learning about Bird Behavior
7 Learning How Bird Bodies Work
8 Helping Children Save Birds
Appendix I—The Write Stuff
Appendix II—Simple Gifts
Raven pouch
Origami cranes
Tray feeder
Judy's bird
Drawing birds
Appendix III—Additional Books
Index
