Frank Carlson Library

When Helen Macdonald's father died suddenly on a London street, she was devastated. An experienced falconer, Helen had never before been tempted to train one of the most vicious predators, the goshawk, but in her grief, she saw that the goshawk's fierce and feral temperament mirrored her own. Resolving to purchase and raise the deadly creature as a means to cope with her loss, she adopted Mabel, and turned to the guidance of The Once and Future King...

A hungry hawk is outsmarted by the rabbit he hopes to have as a meal.

Early morning and a ruffle of feathers, a shadow gliding through the backyard. High above your house Father Hawk circles, sharp eyes searching for prey. Swoosh! He dives after chipmunks, crows, sparrows, squirrels. Screech! The sun hangs low in the sky as three hungry chicks wait. Will they eat today?

A baby hawk is missing, and it's up to Diego to find her. This important mission turns extreme when a storm strikes!

In picture-book format, introduces the characteristics and behaviors of hawks.

" This revised edition surveys key aspects of hawks, describing these birds of prey's appearance, behaviors, and habitats. A folk tale explains how the sun is carried by hawks."--

Lizzie the lizard learns not to tell lies.

Kitty Hawk teaches Pansy Packrat that stealing is wrong. Factual information on hawks is included.