Overview
Humans have long regarded owls with a mixture of fear and fascination.Since most owls are nocturnal, and many live in remote habitats, they were not well studied until the past two decades.The owl remains a symbol of wisdom; however, the birds' keen senses, hunting ability, and contributions to their ecosystem are equally impressive.Packed with scrupulously accurate information and meticulous watercolor illustrations, ""The Book of North American Owls"" covers owl classification and history, habitat, life cycle-and the complex relationship between owls and humans.The comprehensive glossary includes all of the twenty-one North American species.
Full Product Details
Author: Helen Roney Sattler ,
Jean Day Zallinger ,
Jean Day Zallinger
Publisher: Houghton Mifflin
Imprint: Houghton Mifflin (Trade)
Dimensions:
Width: 22.90cm
, Height: 0.30cm
, Length: 27.90cm
Weight: 0.319kg
ISBN: 9780395900178
ISBN 10: 0395900174
Pages: 64
Publication Date: 23 March 1998
Recommended Age: 8-10
Audience:
Primary & secondary/elementary & high school
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Primary
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active
Availability: In Print
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Reviews
Clean book design, with large type, lots of white space, and plenty of softly realistic pictures make this both informative and attractive, a good choice for owl-lovers and report-writers alike.
""A very attractive offering, intriguing to read and well designed for research."" Booklist, ALA --
This striking companion volume to the author's The Book of Eagles (1989) describes the 21 species of owls found in North America. As did the former title, this one combines a lucid text with meticulous attention to detail and stunning full-color illustrations for a masterful blend of science and art. The author begins with a discussion of what makes an owl, describes the specialized anatomy of this predator, its courtship and nesting behavior, the raising of owlets, and its endangered status. She then provides a glossary of all North American species including the scientific name, description, wingspan, range, common call, preferred diet, nesting requirements, number and size of eggs laid, time of incubation and time till owlets fly off. Each description is accompanied by a color drawing of the owl in its habitat, and a map. The title concludes with a listing of owls by family, genus, and species, an extensive bibliography and a thorough index. Sattler, who died in 1992, made an outstanding contribution to science writing for children, and this title adds to that legacy. Highly recommended. (Kirkus Reviews)
A very attractive offering, intriguing to read and well designed for research. Booklist, ALA<br><br> Clean book design, with large type, lots of white space, and plenty of softly realistic pictures make this both informative and attractive, a good choice for owl-lovers and report-writers alike. The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books<br><br> This is a balanced, entertaining, and informative selection. The second half of the book is a pictorial glossary of owls that highlights each of the 21 species that live on this continent; it includes good range maps, specific behavioral and physical facts, and calls. The attractive drawings, clean format, and generous size contribute to this appealing treat for nature fans. School Library Journal
