Erika Zambello, author of Backyard Birding for Kids: An Introduction to Ornithology, shares with us some interesting facts about birds. Find out more! Vermillion flycatcher (Tucson, Arizona) Where did the birds come from?The birds we know today are direct descendants of the dinosaurs. When the dinosaurs died out,...
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Erika Zambello and Stephanie Panlasigui, authors of Seashells & Beachcombing for Kids, are giving us some pro tips on how to prepare for a successful beachcombing trip. Sunscreen Pack sunblock for protection from sunburn. You can also wear a hat, sunglasses, and long sleeves to protect...
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Beaches capture our attention like few places on Earth—for good reason. Two vastly different ecosystems merge here, attracting a wide variety of life forms. Become a young oceanographer, and learn all about beaches and the plants and animals found there. West Coast naturalist Stephanie Panlasigui and East...
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Erika Zambello, author of Backyard Birding for Kids, shares with us where and how to look for birds, from following the basic rules of birding and learning how to identify birds, to knowing how to keep them safe. The best way to begin learning bird species...
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Beaches are the borders between two vastly different ecosystems. As such, they are teeming with a variety of fascinating life. In her quick guide called Coastal Life of the Atlantic and Gulf Coasts, Erika Zambello provides tips on how to easily identify seashells, beachcombing finds, and iconic...
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In today’s post, Erika Zambello, author of Backyard Discovery & Science Workbook: South, tells us about the state bird of each southern state. Why are state symbols important? Because they tell a story! By voting on symbols, elected officials and citizens are highlighting what makes their states—and...
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