Librarian Picks Books Focusing on Owls
Owls
Gail Gibbons
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With their striking appearance and distinctive hoot, hoot, owls are one of the most recognizable birds in the world. But did you know there are more than 200 types of owls living in the world? This new and updated edition, vetted by an expert, includes the latest information on owl sizes and statistics, their varied nesting habits, and the current conservation efforts to save these endangered birds.” - Amazon
Knight Owl and Early Bird
Christopher Denise
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Early Bird wants to be brave and protect the castle, just like Knight Owl. But she falls asleep on the job and then keeps her hero up during the day with her enthusiastic chattiness, well-meaning questions, and cheerful owl impersonations. But there are strange happenings in the forest, and soon Knight Owl and Early Bird find themselves in the throes of danger. Will these two learn to work together to keep themselves and the kingdom safe” - Amazon
Snowy Owls
Rachael Barnes, Rachael
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Snowy owls fly low across the icy Arctic, looking for meals. Beginning readers can learn all about these powerful predators, from what they hunt to how babies grow, in this engaging title. Features highlight their wingspan, identifying features, and favorite foods. Take a trip to the tundra with this fun title!” - Hoopla
Owls in Our Yard!
Carl Safina
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With eye-catching, intimate photographs chronicling Alfie's healing and growth, Owls in Our Yard is the heartfelt story of an animal/human friendship rooted in trust, care, and respect for the natural world.” – Provided by publisher
Night Owl Night
Susan Edwards Richmond
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Sova's mother studies owls and their migration patterns, and one night, when Sova is old enough, she accompanies her mother to observe and tag saw-whet owls in the woods.” - Bibliocommons
Owls: The Majestic Hunters
Stan Tekiela
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Delve into the lives of owls with this collection of photographs and information by award-winning author and wildlife photographer Stan Tekiela.” - Bibliocommons
The House of Owls
Tony Angell
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For a quarter of a century, Tony Angell and his family shared the remarkable experience of closely observing pairs of western screech owls that occupied a nesting box outside the window of their forest home. The journals in which the author recorded his observations, and the captivating drawings he created, form the heart of this compelling book-a personal account of an artist-naturalist’s life with owls.” - Bibliocommons
Owls: Who Gives A Hoot?
Frances Backhouse
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Part of the nonfiction Orca Wild series for middle-grade readers and illustrated with color photographs throughout, this book introduces kids to owls in North America. It discusses owl habitat, biology and threats to survival, and how scientists, conservationists and young people are working to protect owls everywhere. Be an owl ally!” - Bibliocommons