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Bird nests

By Sharon Cohen

How do birds build extraordinary homes in such surprising places?

informative · fascinating · detailed · visual

Genres

Animals Nature Non-fiction

What is Bird nests about?

How do birds build homes in trees, cliffs, reeds and even on the ground? Bird Nests explores the astonishing variety of nests made by different species. Discover how birds choose safe places, gather materials and use remarkable building techniques to protect their eggs and chicks. From carefully woven cups to unusual structures hidden in surprising habitats, this informative book reveals how birds adapt their nests to the world around them, accompanied by detailed colour photographs of birds and their extraordinary homes.

About the author

Sharon Cohen is a British children’s author who loves creating imaginative stories for young readers. Her first novel, The Starman and Me, introduced readers to an exciting friendship and was praised in several book awards. She also wrote Halo Moon, another thoughtful and engaging story. Before becoming an author, Sharon studied science and worked as a scientific writer. She enjoys reading children’s books and discovering brilliant ideas that can grow into wonderful stories.

Pages

127 pages

Reading age

Junior (8-13)

This edition

1993

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