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Author
Publisher
Capstone Editions
Pub. Date
[2024]
Language
English
Description
"Flames consume a forest, and an owl seeks refuge. Helicopter wings chop, and water drops to drench the branches below. Using spare, lyrical language, this debut picture book takes readers inside the journey of a screech owl that fled the flames to ride along with a firefighting helicopter during the 2020 California Creek wildfire. Vivid imagery highlights the fear and danger of the experience-as well as an astonishing moment of connection"--
Author
Publisher
Fitzhenry & Whiteside
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
"Join the owls in the aspen grove as they nurture and raise their young through winter, spring, and summer. Using their superior eyesight, sound absorbing feathers, and powerful talons they have the hunting skills they need to constantly deliver prey to their young. But the owlets need to be protected as well as fed.The Smallest Owlet is based on a true story that happened in the aspen grove behind Georgia Graham's house where an owlet fell from its...
Author
Publisher
Groundwood Books/House of Anansi Press
Pub. Date
[2019]
Language
English
Description
Presents the true story of a young short-eared owl who became lost in the North Sea and landed on an oil rig, where it was cared for by the riggers and handed over to the Scottish SPCA, who later returned it to the wild.
Author
Publisher
Adventure Publications
Pub. Date
2019.
Language
English
Description
"The true story of an injured owl's recovery and return to nature Greta the Great Horned Owl is out hunting mice. She has no idea that her life is about to change forever. A train strikes her, severely injuring her wing and leg. A rescue team brings her to a wildlife rehabilitation center-and this is just the beginning of her story. Will surgery save her wing? Can Greta learn to fly again? Her only hope of returning to the wild is to prove that she...
11) Owls
Author
Series
Publisher
PowerKids Press
Pub. Date
2016
Language
English
Description
"What is that wide-eyed bird hooting in a tree? It's an owl--one of the most recognizable raptors. This text introduces readers to the owl family's most interesting members. Readers delight in learning about owls' predatory behavior and walk away knowing how this bird of prey got its reputation as one of the world's most adept hunters. Written to support elementary curriculum standards, the age-appropriate language makes it easy to learn about life...
Author
Publisher
Beach Lane Books
Pub. Date
[2021]
Language
English
Description
"There once was an owl who lived in a tree. Until one day her home was uprooted and she was taken far away from what she knew. Follow Rockefeller ("Rocky") the owl as she journeys to the bustling center of New York City and she's discovered among the branches of the Rockefeller Center Christmas tree. With human kindness and a dash of holiday spirit, can this brave little owl find a new home?"--
Author
Series
Publisher
Bellwether Media
Pub. Date
[2024]
Language
English
Description
Fierce battles take place in the Arctic. Both Arctic foxes and snowy owls are sneaky predators. What would happen if these two were to clash? In this hi-lo title, reluctant readers will learn about each of these animals' secret weapons and attack moves. Profiles of each animal highlight their size, habitat, and range, while other features show off speed, secret weapons, and more. Engaging text and vibrant photos bring this animal battle to life on...
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