What is your favorite bird in this book and why?

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What sounds do you think these birds make?

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Have you ever seen a bird like this in real life? Where?

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What do you think makes these birds 'birds of prey'?

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Birds of Prey

Name: Birds of Prey
ISBN: 9781623950170

by XIST. PUBLISHING

This simple picture book introduces babies and toddlers to majestic birds of prey through vibrant photography and clear labels to spark early curiosity.

About This Book

That bird might be giving you the evil eye, but at least you'll know its name! This simple ebook teaches children to identify common birds of prey and introduces them to some of the world's most beautiful and vicious flying creatures. Professionally photographed birds with simple titles pop from each page of this ebook. Designed with young children in mind, this book is a perfect way to introduce your baby or toddler to the natural world and the birds that rule the air. From hawks to eagles to vultures, these birds mean business.Used as a jumpstart for interaction, Discover Series Picture Books are a great way to introduce birds, their sounds and colors to kids.

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Curiosity & Wonder Self-Confidence & Identity Joy & Gratitude Fear & Bravery Birds Animals Nature & Outdoors

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Wonderlit Review

This 'Discover Series' picture book offers a simple, photographic introduction to birds of prey for young children. Each page features a clear, professional photograph of a bird, accompanied by its common name. The text is minimal, making it highly accessible for toddlers and preschoolers. While the publisher's description uses words like 'vicious,' the book itself handles this aspect by simply presenting the birds as they are, focusing on their appearance and identification rather than emphasizing their hunting nature in a frightening way. The emotional arc is one of gentle discovery and learning. This book is specifically for children aged 3-7 who are beginning to learn about animals and the natural world, or for those who have a budding interest in birds. A parent might reach for this when their child points out a hawk in the sky, or when looking for a straightforward, visually driven animal identification book. Parents should preview the book to ensure the term 'vicious' in the description doesn't set an expectation of overly intense content; the book itself is quite mild. Younger children (3-4) will enjoy pointing to the pictures and repeating names, while older children (5-7) might start to differentiate between the birds and ask more questions about their habitats or behaviors. Its strength lies in its simplicity and high-quality photography, making it a solid choice for early nonfiction animal education.