The Lost Little Bird
Publishing Details
The Lost Little Bird
By (Author) David McPhail
Illustrated by David McPhail
Henry Holt & Company Inc
Henry Holt & Company Inc
1st April 2021
United States
Classifications
Children
Fiction
Childrens / Teenage general interest: Birds
813.54
Physical Properties
32
Width 212mm, Height 212mm, Spine 13mm
272g
Description
David McPhail's The Lost Little Bird is a funny and affirming picture book about a little bird who goes on an adventure to discover who he is. When a little bird bumps his head one day, he loses his memory. He can't even remember what kind of bird he is! Determined to find out, he sets off on a great journey. Along the way, he meets many new birds-including some scary crows, an inquisitive owl, and two helpful chickens-but none who are quite like him. Where is his bird of a feather Sweet and heartfelt, The Lost Little Bird is a story about accepting yourself as you are.
Reviews
"A tweet little tale of finding one's place in the world." --Kirkus Reviews
"A charming tale of identity, perfect for story hours welcoming spring." --School Library Journal
"This sweet story of self-discovery can serve as a first look at bird identification as well." --The Horn Book
Author Bio
David McPhail published his first children's book, The Bear's Toothache, in 1972. Since then, he has written and/or illustrated more than one hundred books, including Beatrix Potter and Her Paint Box. He lives in New Hampshire.
