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Crows have a reputation for being nuisances. They steal crops, chase cats, yet they stay with their families and the same mate their entire lives. Learn about the many ways people have much in common with crows.
Quick Summary
For anyone who's ever been annoyed by a crow stealing food or dive-bombing a cat, this book flips the script completely. Sylvia A. Johnson explores how crows are actually incredibly smart, social creatures that form lifelong partnerships and stick close to their families and she draws fascinating parallels to human behavior that make you rethink these birds entirely. Kids who love animal facts and anyone curious about nature will find plenty to talk about here, especially since the information is presented in a way that feels more like sharing cool secrets than reading a textbook. Parents will appreciate that it's educational without being dry, though some of the crow behaviors like their intelligence tricks might inspire some enthusiastic backyard observation. The short length makes it perfect for reluctant readers who want to feel accomplished quickly, while still being substantive enough for kids who are already nature enthusiasts. If your kid enjoyed learning about ravens or other intelligent birds, this pairs really well with anything by Bernd Heinrich.