Did you know that many species of birds have sensory abilities that surpass those of humans? Or that some birds spend the entire winter in the air, and even sleep while flying? What It's Like to Be a Bird is a treasure trove of fascinating facts about birds, what they can do, and why they do it. These facts are accompanied by more than 300 full-color illustrations-some of them life-size!-that reveal the extraordinary world of birds in all its glory. Have you ever wondered why birds have feathers? Or why they are a particular color? Have you noticed that some birdsong sounds like a musical scale? Maybe you're more interested in "how" questions: How do birds actually fly or swim? How do they find food? How do they take care of their offspring? Birds are not only beautiful and captivating, but they also serve an essetial role in our ecosystem. This book shows how birds and humans are intrinsically connected, sometimes helping and sometimes hindering each other. Adapted for young readers from the bestselling work written and illustrated by David Allen Sibley, this unique book is perfect for dedicated bird-watchers-or for anyone who simply delights in noticing birds in their neighborhood. Readers can explore, share, and return to the pages again and again, each time gaining a broader appreciation for our enchanting feathered friends.