Rhyme of the Aged Hummingbird (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9798987356319)

Second book in the Nature's Li'l Samaritans series. Inspired by a true story, with allusions to Samuel Coleridge's mariner's tale. In Rhyme of the Aged Hummingbird, an Anna's takes readers on an informative, interactive journey from his bird's-eye view, looking for resources and hinting that he has a deeper story to share. Fans discover what a day in the life is like for these tiny birds and witness the symbiosis between humans and nature.

Vocabulary development and glossary

Readers will encounter new words and be able to derive meaning from sentence context, while learning to use book resources with definitions to enhance understanding. Colorful two-page glossary included. Encourages library exploration.

Interactive with trace and color section

Told in verse, the book's narrator, an Anna's hummingbird, invites readers on a bird's-eye flight to find food and shelter. Along the way, they learn what a day in the life of a hummingbird is like. They also hear his special tale of survival, thanks to the intervention of a couple of caring human beings.

Visually stunning photographs

Beautiful illustrations and photographs expose readers to the many different types of these amazing, colorful, often silly creatures. Based on a true story, some of the author's pictures of the Anna's rescue are included as well.

Encourages library exploration

Presents the vital role that libraries and their staff play in teaching children how to explore topics of interest in entertaining and stimulating ways.

Author: Kirsten L. Marie
ISBN-10: 8987356310
ISBN-13: 9798987356319
Publisher: Earnest Librarian Books
Language: English
Published: 02/01/2023
Pages: 84
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.84lbs
Size: 8.50h x 8.50w x 0.25d