Author: Warner Shedd
Publisher: Crown
ISBN: 0307421414
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 338
Book Description
In this fascinating book, wildlife expert and enthusiast Warner Shedd refutes popular animal myths like squirrels remembering where they bury nuts, wolves howling at the moon, and oppossums "playing dead." Have you ever seen a flying squirrel flapping through the air, watched a beaver carrying a load of mud on its tail, or ducked when a porcupine started throwing its quills? Probably not, says Shedd, former regional executive for the National Wildlife Federation. Offering scientific evidence that refutes many of the most tenacious and persevering folklore about wild animals, Owls Aren't Wise & Bats Aren't Blind will captivate you with fascinating facts and humorous anecdotes about more than thirty North American species-- some as familiar as the common toad, and others as elusive as the lynx. Owls Aren't Wise & Bats Aren't Blind is an entertaining dose of scientific reality for any nature enthusiast or armchair adventurer.
Owls Aren't Wise & Bats Aren't Blind
Author: Warner Shedd
Publisher: Crown
ISBN: 0307421414
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 338
Book Description
In this fascinating book, wildlife expert and enthusiast Warner Shedd refutes popular animal myths like squirrels remembering where they bury nuts, wolves howling at the moon, and oppossums "playing dead." Have you ever seen a flying squirrel flapping through the air, watched a beaver carrying a load of mud on its tail, or ducked when a porcupine started throwing its quills? Probably not, says Shedd, former regional executive for the National Wildlife Federation. Offering scientific evidence that refutes many of the most tenacious and persevering folklore about wild animals, Owls Aren't Wise & Bats Aren't Blind will captivate you with fascinating facts and humorous anecdotes about more than thirty North American species-- some as familiar as the common toad, and others as elusive as the lynx. Owls Aren't Wise & Bats Aren't Blind is an entertaining dose of scientific reality for any nature enthusiast or armchair adventurer.
Publisher: Crown
ISBN: 0307421414
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 338
Book Description
In this fascinating book, wildlife expert and enthusiast Warner Shedd refutes popular animal myths like squirrels remembering where they bury nuts, wolves howling at the moon, and oppossums "playing dead." Have you ever seen a flying squirrel flapping through the air, watched a beaver carrying a load of mud on its tail, or ducked when a porcupine started throwing its quills? Probably not, says Shedd, former regional executive for the National Wildlife Federation. Offering scientific evidence that refutes many of the most tenacious and persevering folklore about wild animals, Owls Aren't Wise & Bats Aren't Blind will captivate you with fascinating facts and humorous anecdotes about more than thirty North American species-- some as familiar as the common toad, and others as elusive as the lynx. Owls Aren't Wise & Bats Aren't Blind is an entertaining dose of scientific reality for any nature enthusiast or armchair adventurer.
The House of Owls
Author: Tony Angell
Publisher: Yale University Press
ISBN: 0300213743
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 224
Book Description
“A charming personal account, accompanied by nearly 100 illustrations, that underscores how owls and other birds enrich our lives.”—Kirkus Reviews Winner of the National Outdoor Book Award For a quarter of a century, Tony Angell and his family shared the remarkable experience of closely observing pairs of western screech owls that occupied a nesting box outside the window of their forest home. The journals in which the author recorded his observations, and the captivating drawings he created, form the heart of this compelling book—a personal account of an artist-naturalist’s life with owls. Angell’s extensive illustrations show owls engaged in what owls do—hunting, courting, raising families, and exercising their inquisitive natures—and reveal his immeasurable respect for their secret lives and daunting challenges. Angell discusses the unique characteristics that distinguish owls from other bird species and provides a fascinating overview of the impact owls have had on human culture and thought. He also offers detailed scientific descriptions of the nineteen species of owls found in North America, as well as their close relatives elsewhere. Always emphasizing the interaction of humans and owls, the author affirms the power of these birds to both beguile and inspire. “Endearing…provides a lot of fascinating information about these reclusive creatures.”—The New York Times Book Review “Angell writes (and draws) with the absolute authority of one who has studied, rehabilitated, lived with and loved the animals his whole life.”—The Wall Street Journal “Steeped in the tradition of Alexander Wilson and John James Audubon, it blends taxonomy, ornithology, biogeography and autobiography.”—Times Literary Supplement
Publisher: Yale University Press
ISBN: 0300213743
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 224
Book Description
“A charming personal account, accompanied by nearly 100 illustrations, that underscores how owls and other birds enrich our lives.”—Kirkus Reviews Winner of the National Outdoor Book Award For a quarter of a century, Tony Angell and his family shared the remarkable experience of closely observing pairs of western screech owls that occupied a nesting box outside the window of their forest home. The journals in which the author recorded his observations, and the captivating drawings he created, form the heart of this compelling book—a personal account of an artist-naturalist’s life with owls. Angell’s extensive illustrations show owls engaged in what owls do—hunting, courting, raising families, and exercising their inquisitive natures—and reveal his immeasurable respect for their secret lives and daunting challenges. Angell discusses the unique characteristics that distinguish owls from other bird species and provides a fascinating overview of the impact owls have had on human culture and thought. He also offers detailed scientific descriptions of the nineteen species of owls found in North America, as well as their close relatives elsewhere. Always emphasizing the interaction of humans and owls, the author affirms the power of these birds to both beguile and inspire. “Endearing…provides a lot of fascinating information about these reclusive creatures.”—The New York Times Book Review “Angell writes (and draws) with the absolute authority of one who has studied, rehabilitated, lived with and loved the animals his whole life.”—The Wall Street Journal “Steeped in the tradition of Alexander Wilson and John James Audubon, it blends taxonomy, ornithology, biogeography and autobiography.”—Times Literary Supplement
Wise Up, Silly Owl!
Author: Steve Metzger
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780764161650
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
When the animals of the forest have problems, can they count on Spotty Owl to help them out? Or is he just too silly?
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780764161650
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
When the animals of the forest have problems, can they count on Spotty Owl to help them out? Or is he just too silly?
The Not So Wise Owl
Author: Robert James Parfett
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780956033161
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 28
Book Description
The Not So Wise Owl is an amusing tale written in rhyme to stimulate children's sense of humour and fun, making reading much more enjoyable. "The other oak dwellers at first couldn't see what was wrong with the funny old owl in the tree." Find out what has happened to poor Owl in this amusing tale of life in an oak tree. Will Owl ever be wise again?
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780956033161
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 28
Book Description
The Not So Wise Owl is an amusing tale written in rhyme to stimulate children's sense of humour and fun, making reading much more enjoyable. "The other oak dwellers at first couldn't see what was wrong with the funny old owl in the tree." Find out what has happened to poor Owl in this amusing tale of life in an oak tree. Will Owl ever be wise again?
Owl
Author: Paul Bannick
Publisher: Mountaineers Books
ISBN: 9781594858000
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
"For anyone who appreciates wild things and wild places, each of Paul Bannick's stunning photographs is worth ten thousand words." - Ted Williams, Audubon--Moira Macdonald "The Birding Wire"
Publisher: Mountaineers Books
ISBN: 9781594858000
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
"For anyone who appreciates wild things and wild places, each of Paul Bannick's stunning photographs is worth ten thousand words." - Ted Williams, Audubon--Moira Macdonald "The Birding Wire"
How to Persuade
Author: Michelle Bowden
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
ISBN: 1119891876
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 322
Book Description
Do you want to get to 'yes'? Every day we are faced with moments where we either win or lose. The question is: How persuasive are you? Could you be winning more of the time? In How to Persuade, best-selling author Michelle Bowden shows you the research-proven techniques to master the art of persuasion in any situation—whether it's securing that next big deal, convincing your manager to hit 'approve,' or even winning an argument with your friends. Through real-world examples and engaging activities, this book shows you how to transform your weaknesses into strengths. You’ll build your own personalised plan to move people from 'no' to 'yes'—every time. Learn how to: Recognise and improve your persuasive strengths and weaknesses Build undeniable likeability and trust to compel people to action Arouse passion and enthusiasm for your ideas Win that next big pitch Persuade anyone, anywhere, anytime In How to Persuade, you'll learn all the practical skills, tips and actions you need to get exactly what you want. "Everything you want and need is on the other side of persuasion. This book takes you through the latest thinking on influence and persuasion and gives you all the completely achievable step-by-step actions to make yourself more instantly persuasive." —Alec Gardner, Managing Partner, Australia & New Zealand, AlphaZetta
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
ISBN: 1119891876
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 322
Book Description
Do you want to get to 'yes'? Every day we are faced with moments where we either win or lose. The question is: How persuasive are you? Could you be winning more of the time? In How to Persuade, best-selling author Michelle Bowden shows you the research-proven techniques to master the art of persuasion in any situation—whether it's securing that next big deal, convincing your manager to hit 'approve,' or even winning an argument with your friends. Through real-world examples and engaging activities, this book shows you how to transform your weaknesses into strengths. You’ll build your own personalised plan to move people from 'no' to 'yes'—every time. Learn how to: Recognise and improve your persuasive strengths and weaknesses Build undeniable likeability and trust to compel people to action Arouse passion and enthusiasm for your ideas Win that next big pitch Persuade anyone, anywhere, anytime In How to Persuade, you'll learn all the practical skills, tips and actions you need to get exactly what you want. "Everything you want and need is on the other side of persuasion. This book takes you through the latest thinking on influence and persuasion and gives you all the completely achievable step-by-step actions to make yourself more instantly persuasive." —Alec Gardner, Managing Partner, Australia & New Zealand, AlphaZetta
The Messengers
Author: Mike Clelland
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781733980814
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 396
Book Description
Without question, this is a classic by one of the most exciting new authors in the UFO field today. After reading it, your view of reality will never be the same.The owl has held a place of reverence and mystique throughout history. And as strange as this might seem, owls are also showing up in conjunction with the UFO experience.Mike Clelland has collected a wealth of first-hand accounts in which owls manifest in the highly charged moments that surround alien contact. There is a strangeness to these accounts that defy simple explanations. This book explores implications that go far beyond what more conservative researchers would dare consider.But the owl connection encompasses more than the UFO experience. It also includes profound synchronicities, ancient archetypes, dreams, shamanistic experiences, personal transformation, and death. From the mythic legends of our ancient past to the first-hand accounts of the UFO abductee, owls are playing some vital role.This is also a deeply personal story. It is an odyssey of self-discovery as the author grapples with his own owl and UFO encounters. What plays out is a story of transformation with the owl at the heart of this journey.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781733980814
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 396
Book Description
Without question, this is a classic by one of the most exciting new authors in the UFO field today. After reading it, your view of reality will never be the same.The owl has held a place of reverence and mystique throughout history. And as strange as this might seem, owls are also showing up in conjunction with the UFO experience.Mike Clelland has collected a wealth of first-hand accounts in which owls manifest in the highly charged moments that surround alien contact. There is a strangeness to these accounts that defy simple explanations. This book explores implications that go far beyond what more conservative researchers would dare consider.But the owl connection encompasses more than the UFO experience. It also includes profound synchronicities, ancient archetypes, dreams, shamanistic experiences, personal transformation, and death. From the mythic legends of our ancient past to the first-hand accounts of the UFO abductee, owls are playing some vital role.This is also a deeply personal story. It is an odyssey of self-discovery as the author grapples with his own owl and UFO encounters. What plays out is a story of transformation with the owl at the heart of this journey.
Wise Owl Polysyllables
Author: Donald L. Potter
Publisher: CreateSpace
ISBN: 9781515038221
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 152
Book Description
WISE OWL Polysyllables is an innovative tool for increasing the reading levels of young children. The program is appropriate for any student from first grade and up who has successfully completed a basic phonics program teaching the 44 English speech sounds and the major spelling patterns that represent those sounds in written English. The program focuses on developing the students ability to decode and understand multisyllabic words. It has also proven effective with older students who need help in improving there reading skills.
Publisher: CreateSpace
ISBN: 9781515038221
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 152
Book Description
WISE OWL Polysyllables is an innovative tool for increasing the reading levels of young children. The program is appropriate for any student from first grade and up who has successfully completed a basic phonics program teaching the 44 English speech sounds and the major spelling patterns that represent those sounds in written English. The program focuses on developing the students ability to decode and understand multisyllabic words. It has also proven effective with older students who need help in improving there reading skills.
Ag in the Classroom Notes
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Agricultural education
Languages : en
Pages : 8
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Agricultural education
Languages : en
Pages : 8
Book Description
Owls
Author: Tom Warhol
Publisher: Marshall Cavendish
ISBN: 9780761425373
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 118
Book Description
"Describes the physical characteristics, habitat, behavior, diet, life cycle, and conservation status of owls"--Provided by publisher.
Publisher: Marshall Cavendish
ISBN: 9780761425373
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 118
Book Description
"Describes the physical characteristics, habitat, behavior, diet, life cycle, and conservation status of owls"--Provided by publisher.