Tiny but mighty! A ruby throated hummingbird tells his own life story
in this funny, bright, informative entry to the critically acclaimed
Nature Diary science series.
May 15: Today I poked my way out of this tiny egg.
With Mom feeding him insects and nectar, Ruby T. Hummingbird is soon
able to beat his wings and fly--up, down, backward, and forward--and
forage for himself. But don't be fooled! This elegant creature can turn
into a fierce fighter if another hummingbird tries to feed on his
flower--or his hummingbird feeder.
June 21: This flower is MINE! No you don't.
A second test of his strength comes when he migrates to a warmer climate
in the fall and a cooler climate in the spring.
March 1, 5 a.m.: I'm off! Wish me luck.
Children will love poring over the bright, highly detailed illustrations
and pondering ideas about nature.
The book includes a glossary and further information in the back of the
book. Both art and text have been vetted for accuracy by an expert.
A Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection
Don't miss the other books in The Nature Diary Series!
Each one explores the life cycle of an animal in dated journal entries,
showing young readers how they grow and change through the seasons-- and
offering a few laughs, too! Brightly illustrated and vetted by experts,
Paul Meisel's books are a perfect introduction to your backyard
neighbors.
My Awesome Summer by P. Mantis: CCBC Best-of-the-Year List, AAAS
/Subaru Finalist, Leaping Lizards Top 10 Read-alouds, SCIENCE Best Books
for Curious Kids, Virginia Readers' Choices
My Happy Year by E. Bluebird: A Junior Library Guild Selection
My Stinky Summer by S. Bug: A Junior Library Guild Selection
