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Synopsis
American dippers are small gray birds that live their whole lives near (and in!) fast-moving mountain streams. Charming and unique in their habits, dippers were John Muir’s favorite bird (he called them 'water ouzels'). This nonfiction book — brimming with full-color illustrations, detailed sketches, lively verse, and light humor — takes readers to a rendezvous with a winged creature they might easily see on a stream-side ramble throughout western North America. Readers will discover what these curious little birds eat, how they find their food, where they nest, what their chicks are like, where they go in winter, and much more. A section at the end provides a wealth of additional information making this book a fantastic resource for junior naturalists, educators, bird enthusiasts, visitors to national parks, and anyone interested in how field biologists perform their work.
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About the Author
Katherine Hocker spent several years exploring Alaska and California as a naturalist, field technician, and youth instructor before attending the graduate program in Science Illustration at the University of California, Santa Cruz. Today, she is a writer, illustrator, and teaching artist in Juneau, AK.
Mary Willson's long career in ecology and conservation biology, including a professorship at the University of Illinois, has resulted in more than 200 publications. She lives in Juneau, AK.
Mary Willson's long career in ecology and conservation biology, including a professorship at the University of Illinois, has resulted in more than 200 publications. She lives in Juneau, AK.
Reviews
Gr 2–5—Previously published (with a different title page illustration) by Cinclus Press in 2008, this handsome book written in verse describes the American dipper, a fascinating bird that lives near streams. The large, realistic illustrations keep step with the chatty text and are accompanied by tiny sketches and facts. The text itself is a poem in praise of the dipper that covers its life cycle. Educators will appreciate the comprehensive back matter on the lives of dippers, the methods of the scientists who study them, and a short essay on naturalist John Muir, who considered the dipper his favorite bird. VERDICT Engaging as well as informative.—Patricia Manning, formerly at Eastchester Public Library, NY
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Hardback. Condition: Good. Hocker, Katherine (illustrator). American dippers are small gray birds that live their whole lives near (and in!) fast-moving mountain streams. Charming and unique in their habits, dippers were John Muir's favorite bird (he called them 'water ouzels'). This nonfiction book -- brimming with full-color illustrations, detailed sketches, lively verse, and light humor -- takes readers to a rendezvous with a winged creature they might easily see on a stream-side ramble throughout western North America. Readers will discover what these curious little birds eat, how they find their food, where they nest, what their chicks are like, where they go in winter, and much more. A section at the end provides a wealth of additional information making this book a fantastic resource for junior naturalists, educators, bird enthusiasts, visitors to national parks, and anyone interested in how field biologists perform their work. Seller Inventory # 00101022601
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Condition: good. Hocker, Katherine (illustrator). A copy that has been read, remains in good condition. All pages are intact, and the cover is intact. The spine and cover show signs of wear. Pages can include notes and highlighting and show signs of wear, and the copy can include "From the library of" labels or previous owner inscriptions. 100% GUARANTEE! Shipped with delivery confirmation, if you're not satisfied with purchase please return item! Ships via media mail. Seller Inventory # OTV.1930238568.G
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Hardcover. Condition: Fair. No Jacket. Hocker, Katherine (illustrator). Missing dust jacket; Readable copy. Pages may have considerable notes/highlighting. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Seller Inventory # G1930238568I5N01
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Hardcover. Condition: Fair. No Jacket. Hocker, Katherine (illustrator). Readable copy. Pages may have considerable notes/highlighting. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Seller Inventory # G1930238568I5N00