Explore the intriguing life of a clever corvid as readers aged 9-12 delve into the fascinating world of crows. This engaging narrative offers insights into the intelligence and adaptability of these remarkable birds, highlighting their unique behaviors and social structures. Perfect for young nature enthusiasts, the book combines captivating storytelling with educational elements to foster a deeper understanding and appreciation of crows and their environment.
For kids with big questions comes a mesmerizing, STEM-themed celebration of the universe and our place in it. The story of the universe is enough to send our minds spinning with wonder! This awe-inspiring picture book introduces the universe's history, from the Big Bang and the beginning of life on Earth, all the way up until today. Designed for readers 4-8, Always Beginning includes: Science-based information on how the world was created, and how life started Facts about our solar system & the Big Bang Backmatter explaining the science, including a timeline of the universe Told with reassuring warmth and gorgeous art, Always Beginning captures the immensity and strangeness of the universe and how we came to be a part of it.
A renowned author investigates the dark and shocking history of her prairie house. When researching the first occupant of her Saskatoon home, Savage discovers a family more fascinating and heartbreaking than she expected.
For kids who love nature--and even those who don't. Franny has a new friend--a crow who brings her presents in its beak. Like a red button! And a silver heart! Franny's dad doesn't believe her. He says crows and kids can't be friends. But Franny knows better. How will Franny prove her new playmate is real? And what will the crafty crow bring next? Award-winning author Candace Savage, whose crow expertise is lauded in popular books such as Bird Brains, motivates families to be present when exploring parks, backyards, balconies, city streets, beaches, and skies.
Internationally celebrated nature writer Candace Savage presents the Corvid family - surprisingly bright, brassy, and colorful birds - in a remarkable collection of full-color, close-up photographs by some of the world's best wildlife photographers.
The narrative intertwines personal exploration with the haunting history of the Native peoples displaced from their lands. As Candace Savage immerses herself in the natural beauty of the Saskatchewan-Montana border, she encounters both its wild inhabitants and the stark realities of colonial history. Her journey compels her to reflect on her family's past as prairie settlers, revealing a complex and often painful legacy. "A Geography of Blood" is a beautifully crafted work that challenges perceptions of Western history while celebrating the sacred landscapes of Cypress Hills.
Focusing on the remarkable roles bees play in their short lives, the book explores their diverse biology and unique behaviors, such as symbolic communication through dance. It delves into their complex social structures and interactions with flowers, while also addressing the concerning colony collapse disorder and conservation efforts. Enhanced with cultural insights and captivating imagery, this work appeals to conservationists, gardeners, and nature enthusiasts alike, offering a fresh perspective on these fascinating creatures.
Outline: The natural and environmental history of the Great Plains.
Who would have guessed that crows are second only to humans as toolmakers and tool users, that they have complex family lives surprisingly similar to our own, and that their vocalizations share much in common with human languages?Sparky and fun-loving in tone, this celebration of crow consciousness discusses the basic biology of crows, as well as their family structure, tricky social interactions, communication skills, incredible tool-using capabilities, and impact on the human imagination. Based on more than a decade of audacious research by scientists around the world, Crows is rich in insight, humor, and stories.
Argues that the birds' powers of abstraction, memory, and creativity are equal to many mammals