Follow the Flyway: The Marvel of Bird Migration - Paperback

by Sarah Nelson (Author), Maya Hanisch (Illustrator)

"A charming beginning look at North American migration flyways." -- Kirkus Reviews

Ever wondered how baby birds know when it's time to spread their wings and fly south? Join a variety of adorable baby birds as they hatch, grow feathers, learn to fly, and embark on their first big journey south! From the marshes of spring in the north to the sunny southern beach shores in winter, these young travelers follow the autumn winds along a beautiful flyway.

• Endnotes feature fun facts on North America's flyways and bird species
• Perfect for young explorers and budding bird enthusiasts

Back Jacket

The wind, the sky, the south is calling! Follow 12 different bird species as their babies begin their first migration down the majestic Mississippi Flyway.

Author Biography

Sarah Nelson lives in Minnesota, USA, along the Mississippi Flyway, where she loves watching ducks flap and egrets glide. When she is not writing, she teaches English to adult immigrants and refugees. Sarah writes lyrical picture books on nonfiction topics, including the I Like the Weather series with Barefoot Books.

Maya Hanisch paints with vibrant details that charm and enchant. Her deep love for nature is reflected in all her work, which focuses on plants and animals. Maya studied graphic design at Universidad Diego Portales in Santiago, Chile, and painting at the School of the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston, USA. She is based in Santiago, Chile.