| Description |
56 pages : color illustrations ; 26 cm. |
| Series |
Discover science |
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Discover science (Kingfisher (Firm))
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| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| Note |
"First published as Kingfisher young knowledge: birds in 2003"--T.p. verso. |
| Summary |
An introduction to the physical characteristics, behavior, and life cycle of birds. Includes instructions for projects. |
| Audience |
Key Stage 1. |
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Key Stage 2. |
| Contents |
What is a bird? -- Flying made easy -- Ways of flying -- Birds on the ground -- Hard-working feathers -- Fantastic feet -- Beautiful beaks -- Super senses -- High-speed hunter -- Finding love -- Making a home -- Life is egg shaped! -- Feathers and fluff -- Bringing up babies -- Living together -- Long-distance travelers -- Birds in danger -- The secret life of birds -- Project : Make a bird book -- Project : Feed the birds -- Project : Using nest boxes. |
| Subject |
Birds -- Juvenile literature.
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| ISBN |
9780753467770 |
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0753467771 |
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9780753434093 paperback |
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0753434091 paperback |
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