HOORAY FOR BIRDS

Author: Lucy Cousins Illustrator: Lucy Cousins Age: 0 - 5 Pages: 34 pg. Size: 18 x 21 cm Reading level: Baby & Toddler In an exuberant display of color, Lucy Cousins invites little ones to imagine themselves as brilliant birds. 🇬🇧 Description: Birds of all feathers flock together in a fun, rhyme-filled offering by the creator of Maisy. From the rooster's "cock-a-doodle-doo" at dawn to the owl's nighttime "tuwit, tuwoo," the cheeps and tweets of many bright and beautiful avian friends will have children eager to join in as honorary fledglings. This day in the life of birds will hold the attention of even the smallest bird-watchers, whether at storytime or just before settling into their cozy nests to sleep. Reviews: An exuberant celebration of birds of all kinds...The cozy ending showing a baby parrot cuddling up close with Mama in his nest and the rear endpapers of sleeping birds are perfect for naptime. All in all, it's a great way to introduce bird behavior without lecturing—young children will feel like hopping, pecking, and soaring with these exuberant feathered friends.—Kirkus Reviews This sprightly picture book provides him and his cohorts with delightful introduction to the diversity and activity of these feathered friends.—San Francisco ChronicleThis book will hold the attention of even the smallest bird-watchers, whether at story time or just before settling into their cozy nests to sleep.—Washington Parent