This book introduces readers to the unique features of owls. Basic information is covered, such as anatomy, habitat, life cycle, range, diet, and prey. Table of contents, interesting facts, glossary, and index are included. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Big Buddy Books is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO. Detailed maps Glossary of key words Index Infographics Table of contents This stimulating...

"From the New York Times bestselling author of The Genius of Birds and The Bird Way, a brilliant scientific exploration of owls, the most elusive group of birds, and an investigation into why these remarkable and yet mysterious animals exert such a hold on human imagination. For centuries, owls have captivated and intrigued us. Our fascination with these mysterious birds was first documented over 30,000 years ago, in the Chauvet cave paintings in...

Hoole reclaims the throne of his father and goes on to wage a war against the forces of chaos, greed, and oppression, led by the powerful warlord-tyrants.

"Orris the rat lives alone in an old barn surrounded by his treasures, until the day his solitude is disrupted by a sudden flutter of wings and a loud screech. A small owl has gotten caught in a trap in the barn. Can Orris "make the good and noble choice" (as the king on his prized sardine can might recommend) and rescue the owl, despite the fact that owls and rats are natural enemies? And if he does, will he be ready for the consequences?"--

"Soren's sister, Eglantine, si falling under the spell of a strange nightly dream. Then, just as Soren notices her trancelike state, Eglantine disappears, and the dreams become a deadly waking nightmare that puts the Great Tree of Ga'Hoole in terrible danger"--P. [4] of cover.

Owl takes drastic measures to have a good night's sleep.

It's not fair! All Little Owl wants is to go to bed at a reasonable hour, like his friends do. But no ... Mama and Papa say little owls have to stay up late and play. So Little Owl spends all night jumping on his bed, playing on the jungle gym, and doing tricks on his skateboard--but he's hooting mad about it! Children who have a hard time going to bed will love this fun twist on the universal dilemma.

Describes the general physical characteristics and behavior of owls and takes an indepth look at fourteen different species.

Explores the life of the elusive night creature, the owl, found on every continent except Antarctica.

Eva is excited because her parents have agreed to let her get a new pet, but she is not sure what kind of pet to get--or how Baxter, her bat, will react to a new member of the family.