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Owling

Enter the World of the Mysterious Birds of the Night
By Mark Wilson
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Owling by Mark Wilson is an engaging children's book that beautifully explores the world of owls. It invites young readers to discover the unique lives of these nocturnal birds, delving into their habitats, behaviours, and the mysteries of night-time nature. With captivating illustrations and a focus on education, it provides a charming blend of factual content and visual storytelling that is sure to spark curiosity and awe.
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You might enjoy this book if you have a fascination with the mysterious world of owls and are looking for a beautifully illustrated exploration of these nocturnal creatures. It provides engaging content suitable for children, including fascinating facts about different owl species, their habits, and the environments they inhabit.

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Owling

In this book for young readers and nature enthusiasts, award-winning wildlife photojournalist and longtime owl expert Mark Wilson brings the secret lives of owls to life with close-up photographs, fascinating facts, and species profiles.

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From Hedwig, the Snowy Owl of Harry Potter fame, to Winnie-the-Pooh's beloved friend Owl, this wide-eyed bird of the night has found its way into young hearts and imaginations everywhere. Owling invites young readers into the world of real-life owls, to learn about their fascinating behaviours and abilities.

Wildlife photojournalist and nature educator Mark Wilson presents a one-of-a-kind look into the mysterious lives of these distinctive birds. Dramatic images of the 19 owl species of North America nesting, flying, hunting, and catching prey are accompanied by information about the birds' silent flight, remarkable eyes and ears, haunting calls, and fascinating night life.

Kids will learn how to spot owls; identify their calls, plumage, and pellets; and even carry on a hooting conversation with a nearby owl.

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Owling by Mark Wilson is highly praised for its engaging and educational approach to introducing owls to children. Reviewers commend it for making these mysterious creatures accessible and fascinating for young readers, with its informative content capturing the interests of both kids and adults alike. The book successfully demystifies owls, providing an enjoyable and knowledgeable exploration that appeals to families and nature enthusiasts.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781612129624

Publisher: Workman Publishing

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 19 March 2019

Country: United States

Imprint: Storey Publishing LLC

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 12.0mm

Width: 284.0mm

Height: 282.0mm

Weight: 880g

Pages: 120

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Children's Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Mark Wilson

About the Author

Mark Wilson is the author of Owling. He is an award-winning wildlife photojournalist who has written about and photographed birds for more than 35 years. He and his wife run Eyes On Owls, an educational program that brings live owls to schools and groups. He lives in Dunstable, Massachusetts.

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