Frank Carlson Library

As a boy and his mother participate in the annual bird count, he misses his grandfather, who went south for the winter, and watches especially for Gramps' favorite bird. Includes facts about the history and purpose of the Christmas Bird Count, how to participate, and a bird checklist.

Who's that singing in the backyard? It's a mourning dove! Find out where mourning doves live, what they eat, and how to identify the birds and their eggs.

Who's that buzzing around the backyard? It's a humming bird! Find out where hummingbirds live, what they eat, and how to identify the birds and their eggs.

Who's that singing in the backyard? It's a Robin! Find out where robins live, what they eat, and how to identify the birds and their eggs.

Tweet! Tweet! Birds make fun pets. Some are small and some are tall. Some are colorful and some have crests. Young readers will learn about the appearance, behavior, and abilities of pet birds, and discover why these feathered friends make amazing pets.