Loon at Northwood Lake

Although the unstated setting for this story is probably someplace in New England, it's easy to believe this story is about Minnesota's state bird, the loon. Part of the Smithsonian's Backyard series, it describes the summer season of a pair of loons on a northern lake. It includes the selection of a nesting site, raising chicks, protecting them from predators, and finally watching the chicks learn to fly. Written by Elizabeth Ring, illustrated by Taylor Oughton, this story will help readers understand the habitat and habits of Minnesota's state bird.