Bluebird

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Readers will be captivated as they follow the journey of a bluebird as he develops a friendship with a young boy and ultimately risks his life to save the boy from harm. Both simple and evocative, this timeless and profound story will resonate with readers young and old.

'Deeply impressive and moving.' - Publisher's Weekly, Starred Review

'A book of true beauty.'- The New York Times

Reviews

"A book of true beauty with a bittersweet ending" * New York Times, Notable Children's Books of the Year *
"Deeply impressive and moving. " * Publisher's Weekly, Starred Review *
"Like nothing you have seen before." * Kirkus, Starred Review *
"Staake's ability ... has never been stronger than in this wordless title about a heroic bird." * School Library Journal *
"An extraordinarily beautiful and moving picture book ... Staake takes readers on a profound journey through sadness and hope." * The Huffington Post *

Author Bio

Bob Staake is an American illustrator, cartoonist, children's book author and designer. He lives and works in Chatham, Massachusetts.