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CROWS

Aandeg/The Crow. By Chief Jake Swamp (Akwesasne Mohawk)Illustrated by Elizabeth Gauthier (Ojibway). A story in both English and the Nishnaabe language, aimed at language learners but suitable for young children as well. Waapoone Publishing.

Birds: A Fascinating Fact File and Learn-It-Yourself Project Book. By Lorenz Books. Publisher: Anness Publishing, Ltd. (November 1997) From bird watching, feeding birds, and looking at tracks to listening to bird voices, investigating eggs and building nest boxes, everything a junior bird-watcher needs to know is offered in this comprehensive book.

Birds and How They Grow Discis Books- NGS: Children learn all about the complete life cycle of various birds in this photographed book. The text and photos are courtesy of the National Geographic Society's Wonders of Learning CD-ROM library. Also part of the NGS 4 pack .

Did You Hear Wind Sing Your Name, an Oneida Song of Spring. By Sandra De Coteau Orie (Oneida) With vibrant illustrations by Christopher Canyon (Cherokee). Oneida poet Orie helps us share the wonder and celebration of spring. Walker Books HC.

OWLS

Owls in the Family, by the wonderful Canadian biologist Farley Mowat (of Never Cry Wolf fame) Dell, 1996 This is the story of Farley Mowats childhood, growing up in Saskatchewan, Canada, and the owls he rescued and raised. Wonderful reading for all ages.

Owl Moon by Jane Yolen, Philomel Books, 1987 Ages 4-8 A little girl is old enough to go "owling" with her papa. Lovely moonlit illustrations.

All About Owls, Jim Arnosky, Scholastic Books, 1995 Ages 4-9 Factural information on owls with lots of pictures.


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