Birds: Nature's Magnificent Flying Machines

Hovering, gliding, diving -- how do birds do it? BIRDS: NATURE'S MAGNIFICENT FLYING MACHINES looks at how feathers, body structure, and wings vary from bird to bird. Readers will learn the mechanics of bird flight from takeoff to landing and discover how wing types meet the survival needs of each species. Popular science writer Caroline Arnold infuses this informative look at avian flight with her love of birds. Patricia J. Wynne's exquisitely detailed illustrations show these amazing creatures in action.

Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: Charlesbridge Publishing
Published: 07/01/2003
ISBN: 9781570915727
Pages: 32
Weight: 0.40lbs
Size: 10.80h x 8.30w x 0.10d

Review Citations: Booklist 06/01/2003 pg. 1762
Kirkus Review - Children 06/15/2003 pg. 855
School Library Journal 12/01/2003 pg. 132
Hornbook Guide to Children 07/01/2003 pg. 155 - Recommended, Satisfactory
School Library Journal 10/01/2004 pg. 37
Hornbook Guide to Children 01/01/2004 pg. 155 - Recommended, Satisfactory

Accelerated Reader Quiz #/Name: 68286 / Birds: Nature's Magnificent Flying Machines
Reading Level: 5.2 / Interest Level: Middle Grade / Point Value: 0.5