Author of Coyote's Guide, Jon Young, explores the language of birds and shares tools that strengthen observation and listening skills. Using animation and wildlife footage on a DVD (provided), Jon deciphers the vocalizations and behaviors of common songbirds, helping beginning naturalists become more attuned to the landscape. Pamphlet that accompanies the DVD summarizes the five voices of birds and 12 shapes of alarm for quick reference. DVD run time: 63 minutes.