The Fascinating World of Plumogy - The Study of Feathers: Fun facts and surprising secrets about our feathered friends

The Fascinating World of Plumogy - The Study of Feathers: Fun facts and surprising secrets about our feathered friends

SECOND EDITION - Updated with MORE Backyard Birds! MORE Fun Facts! And MORE Interesting Information! 5-STAR REVIEW - READER'S FAVORITE AWARDS Encourage self-discovery as kids become familiar with bird species and develop a new hobby Feathers, just like birds, come in all shapes, sizes, and colors. Feathers do more than help a bird to fly. Feathers help a bird stay warm on a cold, winter day. They help it stay dry on a wet and rainy day. And, feathers can even play a part in helping a male bird find a mate. There really is a whole amazing world of feathers that you might never have thought about! Did you know that another name for feathers is plumes? There is a name for people who study bird feathers; they’re called Plumologists. This book will take kids on a fascinating adventure as they learn about birds and their fascinating feathers Fun facts like how feathers get their different colors - Interesting information such as why some birds have waterproof feathers - How birds keep their feathers clean and in tip-top shape - Plumologist Reference Sheet to help kids learn and remember different terms - Stunning photos by award-winning and nature photographer - Species information such as where they live, how big they are, and what habitat they can be found in It’s guaranteed to be an adventure that will tickle your child's imagination! Collect other books by author Cheryl Johnson For Cheryl Johnson, starting a new hobby and picking up a camera eventually led to a new career. She shares her bird photography by authoring and illustrating children's books, making great additions to your kid's bookshelves. Collect them all, including Backyard Critters & Creatures. Amazing Creatures of the Rainforest, Today I Learned About Birds, My Backyard Bird Book and My Texas Bird Book. 5-STAR REVIEW READER'S FAVORITE AWARDS Cheryl Johnson has filled The Fascinating World of Plumology with an abundance of facts sure to please budding ornithologists. The photographs and layout of the text are very kid-pleasing. The text is broken up so kids can dive into a topic that interests them. All the highlighted birds are found in the United States, and there is a nice variety from shore birds to raptors to backyard birds. There are some QR codes included that link to sites to help with identifying feathers, bands, and birds! The photographs are stunning and feature the birds in their natural habitats. I love the Eastern Screech Owl photo. The Fascinating World of Plumology: The Study of Feathers is full of captivating details that will enlighten kids and adults.