Based on a true story on a Snowy Owl discovered in a building in Portland, Maine, A Snowy Owl Story describes, through the adventures of one particular owl, the recent irruption of Snowy Owls all across the United States. Youngsters will learn about migration, adaptation, and respectful human interaction with nature.
A Snowy Owl Story: Related Content
Snowy Owl coloring pages (PDF)
A Snowy Owl Story Teaching Guide (PDF)
Bird Life Cycle (p. 7-8)
- Cornell Lab of Ornithology bird cams
- Osprey Nest on Hog Island, ME, maintained by National Audubon
- Many more live wildlife cams are available at explore.org
Plan a Visit with a Bird Expert (p. 12)
- Center for Wildlife
- Virtual tour of the rehabilitation center
- Meet the Ambassadors
- Book a program
Take Action (p. 13)
- Center for Wildlife: Found an Animal?
- Avian Haven: Bird Rescue and Baby bird flowchart (PDF)
Other Resources
- This “At home with Snowy Owls” video from the Cornell Lab of Ornithology profiles a researcher working in Barrow, Alaska.
- This “Secrets of the Snowy Owl” video from NPR follows the journey of a banded Snowy Owl.