Rebecca E. Hirsch
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Welcome!

I'm a scientist–turned–writer and the author of 90+ books for children and young adults. My books have won many honors, including an NCTE Notable designation, a Riverby Award, and a Green Prize for Sustainable Literature. My articles have been published by outlets like Spider, Muse, Science News for Students, and Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution. Want to learn more? Check out my books and articles pages.

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Where Have All the Birds Gone?

Where Have All the Birds Gone? Nature in Crisis has received three starred reviews!

★ "Easy to read and understand on many levels, including for those beginning to study environmental issues.” —starred, School Library Journal

★ "It’s impossible to read this and not recognize the seriousness of the problem, but Hirsch also highlights birds’ resilience when given a helping hand." —starred, Booklist

★ "Well-informed inspiration.” —starred, Kirkus Reviews

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Sensational Senses

Sensational Senses: Amazing Ways Animals Perceive the World has been named a Junior Library Guild Selection!
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Night Creatures

Night Creatures: Animals That Swoop, Crawl and Creep while You Sleep has been named a Bank Street Best Children's Book of the Year and a Keystone to Reading Elementary Book Award Nominee!
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  • Have an exciting nighttime adventure with the Night Creatures Activity Guide.
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