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This book takes a scientific look at hawks, including their habitats, physical characteristics such as their wings, behaviors, relationships with humans, and variety of the hunting raptors in the world today.
Quick Summary
Ever stare at a hawk soaring overhead and wonder how it spots a mouse from hundreds of feet up? Melissa Gish's "Hawks" answers that question and many more in a way that feels like a field guide written just for kids, with crisp photos, clear diagrams, bite-size chapters, and handy Quick-Facts sidebars that make the science easy to digest, and at just under 6,000 words it's short enough for a quick read yet packed with real facts. The book jumps from the red-tailed hawk's thunderous scream to the secret lives of falconry birds, showing how these raptors hunt, nest, and even help people keep cities safe from rodent plagues. It's perfect for curious middle-graders who love animals, reluctant readers who get hooked by the short, punchy sections, or anyone tackling a school project on birds of prey. Parents will appreciate that the tone stays factual and friendly, with just enough detail about predator-prey interactions to satisfy curiosity without being overly graphic. If you've ever flipped through National Geographic Kids' "Everything Birds of Prey" and wanted a tighter, more focused read, this title is a great next step.