A Hummingbird on My Balcony
A Hummingbird on My Balcony by Isabelle Groc is a nonfiction picture book published by Orca Book Publishers in April 2025. This 32-page book is presented in English and tells the true story of an Anna’s hummingbird that built a nest and raised her chicks on a family’s balcony. The narrative is conveyed through the eyes of a young boy named Noah, who observes the mother hummingbird as she constructs her nest, cares for her eggs, and nurtures her young until they are ready to leave.
Readers will discover a blend of engaging storytelling and educational content, including facts about Anna’s hummingbirds, their habitats, and their role in pollination. The book also addresses environmental concerns such as pollution and climate change that threaten these birds. Additionally, it offers practical tips for young readers on how to assist injured or orphaned hummingbirds and create a welcoming environment for them in their own backyards or balconies. The book is illustrated with photographs taken by the author, showcasing the hummingbird over several months.
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- This nonfiction picture book tells the true story of how one Anna’s hummingbird built a nest and raised her chicks on a family’s balcony in the city. It’s told from the perspective of a young boy, Noah, who observes the mother hummingbird building her nest, caring for her eggs, feeding her young and finally preparing them to leave the nest.
- This STEM title includes facts about Anna’s hummingbirds, including where they live, what they look like and how they pollinate flowers. It also discusses threats to hummingbirds from pollution, pesticides, urban predators and climate change.
- It includes tips for young readers on what to do if they find an injured or orphaned hummingbird, and how to create a safe home for hummingbirds in their backyard or balcony.
- The book is illustrated with photographs from the author. She captured images of this individual Anna’s hummingbird over the course of several months.
- Isabelle Groc is a writer, wildlife photographer, filmmaker and speaker who focuses on wildlife natural history and conservation. She has published three books in the Orca Wild series including Gone is Gone, Sea Otters and Conservation Canines.
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