Grab a bird book and a child!
Today marks Read Across America, sponsored by the National Education Association and held on or near March 2 -- the birthday of Dr. Seuss. Even Google commemorates Dr. Seuss' birthday:
Which books related to birds and nature do you consider good to give to and read with children? Please share your suggestions.
I like "Bird Songs: 250 North American Birds in Song" for young children; the drawings and recorded songs might grab and hold their attention. For pre-teens, "Woods Walk: Peepers, Porcupines, and Exploding Puff Balls!" could galvanize their curiosity about the outdoors.
Which books related to birds and nature do you consider good to give to and read with children? Please share your suggestions.
I like "Bird Songs: 250 North American Birds in Song" for young children; the drawings and recorded songs might grab and hold their attention. For pre-teens, "Woods Walk: Peepers, Porcupines, and Exploding Puff Balls!" could galvanize their curiosity about the outdoors.
Labels: children
posted by Amy at 9:07 AM
3 Comments:
thanks, Amy--I'll look both those books up!
rick
Charley Harper's "Birds & Words" can appeal to a wide variety of ages.
A friend of mine compiled a list of bird books that he recommends for kids, and has allowed me to post it on my site:
Children's Bird Books
I'm going to have to get some of these now that we're expecting our first child later this year!
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