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Books & Publications
Songbird Station stocks a variety of birding, gardening and nature related titles from recognized authorities in their fields. Below is a sampling of our most popular guides and books. Come in and browse our book shelves to see our full selection.
Books & Publications
We are excited to announce the publication of Making Bird-Friendly Birdhouses! Our resident birding expert and founder "Bird Man Mel" Toellner and our Songbird Essentials' master woodworker Matt Maguire collaborated...
Sibley's Backyard Birds of the Midwest. Written and illustrated by David Allen Sibley, America's most widely respected bird illustrator and ornithologist. 69 Land bird species, both common and exotic, commonly...
The Midwest Birding Companion is ideal for birding in Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota, and Wisconsin. Use your birding companion on...
With this famous field guide by award-winning author and naturalist Stan Tekiela, you can make tree identification simple, informative, and productive. There's no need to look through dozens of photos...
For decades, the Peterson Field Guide to Birds has been a popular and trusted guide for birders of all levels, thanks to its famous system of identification and unparalleled illustrations....
With this comprehensive, beautifully illustrated guide, you'll find it easy to attract these tiny, jewel-like birds to your own yard. The Stokes Hummingbird Book provides all the information you need...
The growing group of bird enthusiasts who enjoy feeding and watching their feathered friends will learn how they can expand their activity and help address the pressing issue of habitat...
Beautiful and mysterious, owls have entranced people throughout history. It is a rare delight to glimpse any owl, from the powerful Great Gray Owl to the tiny Elf Owl. Acclaimed...
Bird migration captivates us. Where are the birds going? How far will they fly? How do they know when it's time to leave?and how will they know when to return?...
Jam-packed with tons of awesome information, World of Pollinators teaches children the importance of pollinators, along with exciting outdoor DIY projects that make a difference! Engaging and fun, kids will...
Make your backyard more nature-friendly by providing habitats for the local wildlife! From the National Wildlife Federation, the largest U.S. nonprofit conservation organization, with 6 million members and 51 state...
Imagine a thriving garden in your backyard, bursting with vibrantly colored blooms and lush green leaves, shaded by tall trees. Now imagine the same garden, alive with buzzing and flapping...
Learn about and identify birds using Stan Tekiela's state-by-state field guides. The full-page, color photos are incomparable and include insets of winter plumage, color morphs and more. Plus, with the...
Build a healthy and productive ecosystem for birds and pollinators right in your own backyard! Why attract birds to your yard? Their stunning natural beauty, the sweet melody of birdsong,...