The Avian Adventurers #1: Snowy Owl Rescue: Raptor Recovery [Hardcover]

Birdwatching! Borrrring, right? Not to these avian adventurers from Maynard Elementary as they fight a snowstorm in order to save a rare snowy owl.

An adventurous read for 7 to 10 year olds about forging long-lasting friendships in this new chapter book series about a junior birdwatching club.

Michael, the star of the soccer team, is about to kick his first practice shot when he hears a noise from behind him. Jet, a bird nerd and member of the Junior Birdwatching Club, appears and shows Michael what he would have missed by being so singularly focused on the ball—a rare snowy owl on the goal post. While they watch, the owl captures a rat and devours it.

The next day, a hoard of birders arrive and Michael thinks he may never get his soccer field back. But Jet has discovered that the owl is not well and the Junior Bird Club enlists Michael to help get the bird help during a snowstorm.

Michael promised his parents he'd be home before the snow started, but with a hurt owl, will he? Join Michael and his new friends as they use all their talents and knowledge to rescue the snowy owl.♦ The first book in the new “Avian Adventurers” series introduces readers to star soccer player Michael; birdwatcher Jet; and a raptor, a large snowy owl with piercing, golden-yellow eyes. Team Co-Captain Michael is headed to the soccer field for some kicking practice. Without warning, something whizzes silently past his head, and he finds himself face down on the school’s snow-encrusted parking lot. Changing his mind about practicing, Michael heads home, but stops when he spots Jet. Armed with binoculars, Jet is watching a snowy owl perched on the soccer goal’s metal frame. Together, they watch the owl capture and eat a rat. But the next day, something is wrong. They find the owl crouched on the ground, dull-eyed and not moving. A major snolƒ)