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On the Wing
illus. by Becca Stadtlander. 32p. Candlewick. Sept. 2014. Tr $16.99. ISBN 9780763653248. LC 2013953538.
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K-Gr 3—Poetry flutters across the pages of this lovely book. Each selection is a short, spot-on depiction of a different species of bird. While these are not lengthy verses describing the birds in great detail, each poem is witty and thoughtful and enlivens its subject. The detailed acrylic illustrations complement the poems beautifully, and every bird seems to come alive on the spacious spreads. They are shown in realistic habitats, often in graceful movements that echo their natural elegance. Many of the pieces have a rhythmic, chirping quality that make them perfect read-alouds. Bird lovers, poetry enthusiasts, and children looking for a fun read will flock to this stunning title.—Ellen Norton, White Oak Library District, Crest Hill, ILIn this companion to On the Farm, In the Wild, and In the Sea, sixteen poems about birds are set against sumptuous landscapes. The poems range from brief, pithy, and humorous to more lyrical and serious expressions. Stadtlander varies palettes and settings to great effect in her rich gouache paintings. Readers will savor this simple but memorable investigation into the global avian experience.
In this companion to On the Farm
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