Covers basic facts about hummingbird life and some of the different species of hummingbirds.

"Early readers will learn about the unique biological adaptations of hummingbirds through carefully leveled text and photo illustrations. Includes glossary and index."--

"The lightest birds in the sky, hummingbirds are capable of incredible feats, such as flying backwards, diving at speeds of sixty-one miles per hour, and beating their wings more than sixty times a second. The miraculous creatures are also incredibly vulnerable when they first emerge from their eggs. This book tells the story of a hummingbird’s early life and how they make their way into the world."--