{"product_id":"spit-nests-puke-power-and-other-brilliant-bird-adaptations-paperback","title":"Spit Nests, Puke Power, and Other Brilliant Bird Adaptations - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eLaura Perdew\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eKatie Mazeika\u003c\/b\u003e (Illustrator)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA nonfiction picture book that explores the amazing adaptations that keep certain species of bird alive and soaring \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNot all birds build nests with sticks and have good manners. Some construct nests with their own saliva, while others use vomit as a defense \u003c\/p\u003e Sound strange? In \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eSpit Nests, Puke Power, and Other Brilliant Bird Adaptations\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e, curious kids ages 5 to 8 discover many of the unique adaptations of birds. Stories of these brilliant adaptations cultivate deeper discussions about the crucial environmental science topic of adaptations. Using an easy narrative tone and vivid illustrations, this book is perfect as a read aloud or an early reader. A limerick poem at the beginning of the book offers a language-based entry into science details. Layered text and back matter provide further information and encourage readers to dive deeper into the world of unique bird adaptations. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpit Nests, Puke Power, and Other Brilliant Bird Adaptations\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e is part of a set of five books in the \u003cstrong\u003ePicture Book Science\u003c\/strong\u003e series that explore strange-but-true tales of adaptation. Other titles in this series include \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStink Fights, Earwax, and Other Marvelous Mammal Adaptations\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e; \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAnti-Freeze, Leaf Costumes, and Other Fabulous Fish Adaptations\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e; \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater-Walking, Sidewinding, and Other Remarkable Reptile Adaptations\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e; and\u003cem\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSunscreen, Frogsicles, and Other Amazing Amphibian Adaptations\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- Provides layered text and back matter that encourages more in-depth discovery\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- Promotes a sense of awe and wonder about the natural world\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- Uses humor to engage children's attention\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- Includes a hands-on, science-minded project to help support and reinforce deeper learning\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- Meets Next Generation Science Standards in ecosystems, biological evolution, and heredity for grades K through 2.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Picture Book Science series and Nomad Press\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNomad Press books in the \u003cstrong\u003ePicture Book Science\u003c\/strong\u003e series present real-world examples of science topics kids find fascinating  These nonfiction picture books consist of engaging narratives paired with detailed, accurate illustrations and layered text that offers ample opportunity for discussion and reflection. Elementary-aged children are equipped to recognize basic science concepts and identify the different ways they are demonstrated in real life, while being impressed with the idea that science is a constant part of our lives and not limited to classrooms and laboratories.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAll books are leveled for Guided Reading level and Lexile and align with Common Core State Standards and Next Generation Science Standards. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAll titles are available in paperback, hardcover, and ebook formats.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eLaura Perdew\u003c\/strong\u003e is an author, writing consultant, and former middle school teacher. She has written more than 20 books for the education market on a wide range of subjects, including wetlands conservation, the history of toilets, pirates, and extinction. Her book \u003cem\u003eBiodiversity: Explore the Diversity of Life on Earth\u003c\/em\u003e (Nomad Press, 2019) earned a \u003cem\u003eBooklist \u003c\/em\u003estarred review and was a \u003cem\u003eJunior Library Guild\u003c\/em\u003e selection. Laura is a long-time member of the Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators, an avid runner and hiker, and an environmentalist. She lives and plays in Boulder, Colorado.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eKatie Mazeika\u003c\/strong\u003e is an illustrator with a focus in children's publishing. She loves creating illustrations with a strong narrative that are filled with color and texture. Katie is the illustrator of the \u003cstrong\u003ePicture Book Biography\u003c\/strong\u003e series from Nomad Press. Katie is a member of the SCBWI.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 32\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.1 x 9 x 9.3 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e August 13, 2020\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51765380350240,"sku":"9781619309524","price":9.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9764\/5344\/files\/6aae09c19e0e39e6596091f851321f03.webp?v=1780267788","url":"https:\/\/ebocreations.com\/products\/spit-nests-puke-power-and-other-brilliant-bird-adaptations-paperback","provider":"The E-Book Oasis LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}