City Hawk: The Story of Pale Male

There's a hawk in the city

New York City is known for its sky-scrapers, subways, and hustle and bustle -- not for its wildlife. So everyone is surprised when a red-tailed hawk is spotted flying over Fifth Avenue, and even more surprised when he decides to settle down on the ledge of one of the Big Apple's swankiest apartment buildings.

The hawk soon draws many admirers. They name him Pale Male and watch as he builds his nest, finds a mate, and teaches his little hawk babies to fly.

Based on the true story of Pale Male, City Hawk brings New York City's favorite hawk to life in a story of family, perseverance, and big-city living.

Binding Type: Hardcover
Publisher: Simon & Schuster/Paula Wiseman Books
Published: 09/11/2007
ISBN: 9781416933595
Pages: 40
Weight: 0.96lbs
Size: 10.24h x 9.40w x 0.41d

Review Citations: Kirkus Review - Children 08/15/2007 pg. 862
Publishers Weekly 09/03/2007 pg. 58
School Library Journal 10/01/2007 pg. 137
Bulletin of Ctr for Child Bks 10/01/2007 pg. 100
New York Times Book Review 10/14/2007 pg. 18
Horn Book Magazine 01/01/2008 pg. 115
Hornbook Guide to Children 01/01/2008 pg. 144 - Superior,Well Above Average

Accelerated Reader Quiz #/Name: 118728 / City Hawk: The Story of Pale Male
Reading Level: 6 / Interest Level: Lower Grade / Point Value: 0.5