Birds Every Child Should Know
Exploring the World of Avian Wonders Through Lyrical ProseBy Neltje Blanchan
Length5h 29m
About this audiobook
In "Birds Every Child Should Know," Neltje Blanchan offers a whimsical yet educational exploration of avian life specifically tailored for a younger audience. Through vivid descriptions and engaging narratives, Blanchan introduces children to a diverse array of birds, emphasizing their distinctive characteristics, behaviors, and role in nature. The book is imbued with a naturalist's passion and employs a clear, accessible literary style that encourages curiosity and appreciation for wildlife. Set against the backdrop of late 19th and early 20th-century environmental awareness, Blanchan'Äôs work stands as a precursor to modern children's nature writing, skillfully blending educational elements with storytelling. Neltje Blanchan, an American naturalist and author, had a profound dedication to educating the public about the wonders of nature. Her deep-rooted interest in birds stemmed from her upbringing in the rich landscapes of the Midwest, where she cultivated a lifelong passion for the natural world. This book reflects her commitment to instilling a sense of wonder and responsibility for wildlife conservation in the next generation, highlighting her significant role in early nature literature for children. "Birds Every Child Should Know" is highly recommended for parents, educators, and young readers alike, as it not only serves to ignite a love for birds and nature but also fosters an understanding of the vital role these creatures play in our ecosystems. It is more than just a guide; it is a gateway to fostering a lifelong appreciation for avian wonders.
Audiobook details
GenreChildren's Literature
Length5 hrs 29 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateApr 26, 2021
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1CHAPTER II SOME NEIGHBOURLY ACROBATS
2THE CHICKADEE Called also: Black-capped Titmouse
3TUFTED TITMOUSE Called also: Peto Bird; Crested Tomtit; Crested Titmouse
4WHITE-BREASTED NUTHATCH Called also: Tree Mouse; Devil Downhead.
5RUBY-CROWNED KINGLET
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6CHAPTER III A GROUP OF LIVELY SINGERS
7THE HOUSE WREN
8THE CAROLINA WREN
9THE MARSH WREN
10THE BROWN THRASHER Called also: Brown Thrush; Long Thrush; Ground Thrush; Red Thrush; French Mocking-bird; Mavis.
11THE CATBIRD
12THE MOCKINGBIRD
13CHAPTER IV THE WARBLERS
14YELLOW WARBLER Called also: Summer Yellowbird; Wild Canary.
15BLACK AND WHITE CREEPING WARBLER
16OVEN-BIRD Called also: The Teacher; Golden-crowned Thrush; The Accentor.
17MARYLAND YELLOW-THROAT Called also: Black-masked Ground Warbler
18THE YELLOW-BREASTED CHAT
19THE REDSTART
20CHAPTER V THE VIREOS: ANOTHER STRICTLY AMERICAN FAMILY
21THE VIREOS
22THE RED-EYED VIREO
23THE WHITE-EYED VIREO
24THE YELLOW-THROATED VIREO
25THE WARBLING VIREO
26CHAPTER VI BIRDS NOT OF A FEATHER
27THE BUTCHER-BIRDS OR SHRIKES
28THE CEDAR WAXWING Called also: Cedarbird; Cherry-bird; Bonnet bird, Silk-tail.
29THE SCARLET TANAGER Called also: Black-winged Redbird
30CHAPTER VII THE SWALLOWS
31THE SWALLOWS
32THE PURPLE MARTIN
33THE BARN SWALLOW
34THE EAVE OR CLIFF SWALLOW
35THE BANK SWALLOW Called also: Sand Martin; Sand Swallow
36THE TREE SWALLOW Called also: White-breasted Swallow
37CHAPTER VIII THE SPARROW TRIBE
38THE SPARROW TRIBE
39THE SONG SPARROW
40SWAMP SPARROW
41FIELD SPARROW
42VESPER SPARROW
43ENGLISH SPARROW
44CHIPPING SPARROW Called also: Chippy; Door-step Sparrow; Hair Sparrow.
45TREE SPARROW Called also: Winter Chippy
46WHITE-THROATED SPARROW Called also: Peabody-bird; Canada Sparrow
47FOX SPARROW
48JUNCO Called also: Slate-coloured Snow-bird
49SNOWFLAKE
50AMERICAN GOLDFINCH Called also: Black-winged Yellow-bird; Thistle Bird; Lettuce Bird; Wild Canary.
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