"Pale Male: Citizen Hawk of New York City" by Janet Schulman tells the story of a red-tailed hawk named Pale Male, who becomes a beloved figure in Manhattan. As he nests on the ledge of a luxurious apartment building, residents and ornithologists alike observe his life and struggles in the urban environment. The narrative highlights his resilience and adaptability amidst city life, offering a compelling look at nature in an urban setting. Through striking illustrations, the book captures the fascination and connection between the hawk and the people who come to admire him, emphasizing themes of coexistence and wildlife conservation. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is the winner of numerous awards

This book is aimed at children in preschool-2nd grade.

This book has been graded for interest at 3-7 years.

There are 40 pages in this book. This book was published in 2008 by Alfred A. Knopf Books for Young Readers .

MARY JOSLIN is the author of a number of storybooks for children. Some of her titles are: The Goodbye Boat, The Minstrel's Tale and The Heaven Tree. Janet Schulman has written and adapted many books for children. She is the former head of children's book marketing at Macmillan US and publisher at Random House. She has worked in children's books for over forty years.