Quetzals and Other Latin American Birds / Quetzales Y Otras Aves de Latinoamérica

by Zella Williams

Book Overview

The quetzal is the national bird of Guatemala and lends its name to that country's currency. In fact, the quetzal has long been revered for its beautiful feathers. In ancient times, the Mayan people used quetzal feathers as money. Your fascinated readers will find out more about this resplendent bird and some of its neighbors, such as the toucan and the macaw.

• Format: Library Binding
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1404281266
• ISBN13: 9781404281264
• Release Date: August 2009
• Publisher: PowerKids Press
• Length: 24 Pages
• Weight: 0.60 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 8.1" x 8.1"
• Age Range: 5 to 10 years
• Grade Range: Preschool to Grade 5