Eagles

Sandy Campbell is a reference librarian in the Science and Technology Library at the University of Alberta.

Eagles offers a detailed look at the bird of prey. After placing eagles
in the context of raptors worldwide, Deborah Hodge describes their
habitat, feeding, physiology, and flight, as well as how they raise
their young. Each page features one of Nancy Ogle’s
drawings—sometimes with an inset—to illustrate the text. The text is
informative, containing many facts and figures. Factual information in
the inset “Eagle Facts” boxes is related both in numbers and in
comparison to physical objects to help children understand the fact; for
example, the bald eagle’s wingspan is given as 2.3 metres (7Ѕ feet)
or “longer than a bed.”

This latest addition to the Kids Can Wildlife Series, which also
includes Beavers (1998), Deer, Moose, Elk and Caribou (1998), Wild Dogs
(1997), Bears (1996), and Wild Cats (1996), offers an easy-to-read text,
fine illustrations, and a one-page index. It would be good resource for
primary-grade wildlife classes or for junior birdwatchers. Recommended.