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Speckles, the European Starling
European Starlings seem to be everywhere during different seasons. If you look at their range, you’ll see that they cover almost all of North America. It’s amazing that these Starlings were first brought to North America by those who loved Shakespeare and now they cover almost the whole continent (allaboutbirds). European Starlings vs. Common Grackles…
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Trader, Wood Rat
Trader is a Wood Rat, which is often referred to as a Pack Rat. Why is that? Read until the very end and you’ll also find a video link to watch to figure out what cool characteristics Wood Rats have! Check out the information below to find out more: Here are some answers, but there…
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Hummer, the Ruby-throated Hummingbird
When does the smallest bird create the biggest stir? Well, maybe all the time! We love tiny birds. They are amazing to see and to watch. Hummingbirds are always met with excitement and gratefulness as they return from the south each spring. I absolutely love our hummingbird feeder, which hangs right outside of my kitchen…
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Little Robber, Cotton Rat
You’ll notice that Little Robber, the Cotton Rat, is in a different family from Robber, the Brown Rat, as you look at our animal cards. Why is that? Read until the very end to find out why this Burgess Animal is in a different family! Check out the information below to find out more: Here…
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Kids Summer Sewing Classes Session 2
I’m excited to announce my next round of classes for kids in the Northwest Suburbs of Chicago! Sewing is something that I started when I was quite young. I want to inspire a new generation of sewists and quilters to experience the beautiful things that they can make and the joy that comes along with…
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Butcher, the Loggerhead Shrike
The Basics of this Burgess Bird A Loggerhead Shrike is a species of bird that many have probably never heard of before. I can say that was true for me before reading Thornton W. Burgess’ classic, The Burgess Bird Book for Children. They are a really incredible bird to learn more about. Since our first…
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