How Does a Bird Fly?

Synopsis of How Does a Bird Fly?

«How Does a Bird Fly?» is a children's science book by Kate Woodward and Kate Needham, published by Usborne in paperback (24 pages).

Explains with simple texts and abundant illustrations how birds fly: anatomy, feathers, wings and aerodynamics, as well as the different ways of flying and the role of the wind. Includes migration, nocturnal birds, flightless species and simple experiments to answer children's questions.

Published in 2001, it is part of the Usborne Pocket Science series and is an edition with internet links.

Recommended for children from around 5 years old interested in nature and science; a good first introduction to ornithology.