{"product_id":"how-to-bird-isbn-9798885540346","title":"How to Bird","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBirding for everyone, everywhere.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBirding is a joyful, wonder-filled activity that anyone can do. Featuring the skyline and natural spaces of New York City, \u003ci\u003eHow to Bird\u003c\/i\u003e invites children to explore birdwatching, with each page featuring a new birding strategy. A growing body of scientific evidence indicates that seeing and hearing birds makes us happier, and this book shows how everyone, wherever they live, can be a birder.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBirding is a fun and accessible practice for coping with stress, practicing mindfulness, and getting outdoors, and \u003ci\u003eHow to Bird\u003c\/i\u003e shares how to get started and empowers children to find joy in birdwatching.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eHow to Bird \u003c\/i\u003eis a culturally relevant, lyrical, succinct, and direct procedural text on birding strategies. Perfect for classroom libraries, this book can be a mentor text for educators teaching procedural writing in kindergarten through third-grade classes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003eOne of New York Public Library's Best Books for Kids 2023\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e | Birding for everyone, everywhere. | \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRasha Hamid\u003c\/b\u003e has been a special education educator for over 20 years, working in the New York City neighborhoods of East Harlem, Hamilton Heights, and Brooklyn, and in Khartoum, Sudan. Rasha considers herself an educator-activist: someone who works to make the world more just, joyful, equitable, and sustainable through the education of students and teachers. She began creating picture books with her classes to fill the need for books reflecting her students, their experiences, and their passions. In addition to \u003ci\u003eUncommonly Curious, Eternally Autistic\u003c\/i\u003e, Rasha is the author of \u003ci\u003eKadisa ?????\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eHow to Bird\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eHello, Beech Tree!\u003c\/i\u003e. Rasha is proud to be the AuDHD (autistic + ADHD) mom of an AuDHD young adult. Autism and observing the natural world are two of Rasha's special interests. She attended New York City public schools before earning a bachelor's degree in Africana Studies and Education at Vassar College, and a master's degree in Special Education at Bank Street College of Education.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e | \u003cp\u003e\"An inclusive how-to that hails young nature lovers.\"\u003c\/p\u003e | \u003cp\u003e\"Highly recommended.\"\u003c\/p\u003e | \"For birders and nature lovers alike, \u003ci\u003eHow to Bird\u003c\/i\u003e is a fun read about the joy of bird watching. This is for anyone who wants to see the outdoors in a new, fun way.\" | “A tantalizing peek into the world of birding. Each colorful page is filled with beautiful birds and adorable kid birders who will inspire readers to grab their binoculars and start birding! Tons of useful tips for the novice birder. A wonderful addition to any school, home, or library bookshelf. Happy Birding!” | “How to Bird?is a glorious celebration of the uniqueness and majesty of both urban birds and?urban birders alike. A birder, artist, and lifelong educator herself, Hamid has made a bold and beautiful statement about how birding is a joyful pursuit for curious children everywhere, from all walks of life. In richly textured, boldly colored collage, she also reminds the reader that it is the job of all of us to make sure that green spaces are welcoming and equitable for birders of every age, color, gender, ability, and size.?How to Bird?is an absolute must-have, a joyous read for every classroom, home, and public library.” | “Readers are invited on a birding adventure in this must-have poetic guide—each step accessible and interactive. Rasha Hamid’s affirming text and vibrant photo collages celebrate the joyful possibilities of birding.”","brand":"Free Spirit Publishing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48004724719845,"sku":"NP9798885540346","price":17.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/781f47c6-75f7-47ce-a641-afba01773826.jpg?v=1762200675","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/products\/how-to-bird-isbn-9798885540346","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}