Watching and waiting
high atop a leafless tree
looking for breakfast
Some facts about the American Kestrel:
- They live in areas with low vegetation and few trees.
- They hunt by day.
- They are the most common falcon in North America.
- They dine on insects, small rodents, small birds.
I hope you’ve enjoyed today’s photo, Haiku, and learning. Thanks for stopping by.
Published by authorlaurablog
I'm a reading specialist and award winning educator from Chicago. While living in the Rocky Mountains of Colorado for nine years, I spent time hiking on the trails with my Goldendoodle Charlie and friends, writing, working in a literacy program at the Boulder Public Library, and mentoring writers and teachers. I love visiting schools. My books combine STEM and Kindness. "Aliana Reaches for the Moon" a picture book that draws inspiration from the moon and the curiosity of children, inviting children to be creative, explore, and experiment. "An Accidental Hero: A Mostly True Wombat Story" a picture book told in the form of a newscast which skillfully balances the serious subject of forest fires with compassion and humor to help children navigate this important topic through the real events of 2020. I moved to Northern New Jersey in 2025 and am working on new projects.
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