Lovely story about healing people and wild birds.
926085
Loved Mary Alice Monroe's story about rescue facilities that care for injured birds. Not long after reading "Skyward", an injured snow goose took refuge in our pasture where our large pond provides a safety zone for her, especially at night when predators are on the prowl. My husband and I take food to her down at the pond. Her left wing was injured, possibly from hunters on a nearby hunting range. We have searched for a bird rescue in Texas; however, as yet, we have found no rescue services for wild geese. Thanks to an online source, we have corresponded with a lady who is well-informed regarding the care of injured wild geese.

"Skyward" is an excellent story about a veterinarian who rehabilitates injured wild birds, and when the birds are deemed capable of surviving back in their natural habitat, the birds are released. This book is not only about healing wild birds; it also about a child dealing with diabetes. Loved the story!!
2358638
Sara's Journey is a story full of compassion. The people in Sara's life show her love and kindness even though her heart at first is not open to it. But soon, little by little God works about wonderful blessings for her and her dear friends. Through forgiveness and love the healing begins for all. Very touching story.
2487043
This book is just lovely; the illustrations, the story, just all around lovely. It tells a heartwarming tale about the kindness (and unkindness) of strangers. We meet a group of forest dwellers who are all preparing for a storm. They make fires, store food and prepare their homes. When the storm rolls in they see two strangers who are caught outside. The strangers move from home to home looking for shelter and are denied time and time again. Finally, as they are left with no more options they set out to make what shelter they can and as they do they are met with a small gift from Little Fox. Little Fox will soon learn that generosity repays itself in kind.
4827911
Excellent book showing how birds can have such different personalities as any other animal.  The writer shows such empathy and caring for birds.  I enjoyed reading how her aviary grew through her love of birds.
2973275
This is a heartfelt story that offers hope and compassion for those who love animals and nature.  For me, it was a real page-turner.
2749599
I absolutely recommend "A Catalog of Birds".  The book was beautifully written, the characters were introduced and developed well and it has changed the way I look at nature. My senses have been heightened and I hear birds now that have always been around but never really heard..  Although this book is sad, it also is a love story and show cases amazing strong bonds.
585114
This story was a surprise gift delivered in between the bindings.  It was a book club selection and I found the story easy to read, heart-warming, life affirming and uplifting.  You meet a group of people who are good folks who do the right thing.  The story shows what can happen when people step up at a time of need.  The story is beautifully told.
788209
This is a sweet, endearing, beautiful book that helps us understand the inner lives of people with autism. It reveals the beauty and frustrations of this life through its main character who is obsessed with trees. There is a great deal of information about trees - sometimes a bit much - but that is how the other characters in the book must feel too. :) I enjoyed the journey of learning, discovery, and growth that this story took its characters (and me!) on. I wholeheartedly recommend this book!!
4372845
This wise little story will appeal to children of all ages.

The tale conveys the importance of hope, persistence and inner strength needed to overcome life's challenges. There are other valuable lessons gently interwoven into the story. The colorful illustrations are exquisite, describing in detail the trials and adventures of four birds in their quest for food and happiness. You can read this to a child in one reading session. I highly recommend it.
233340
This is a delightful story about a baby fruit bat who is separated from her mother when an owl attacks her.  Stellaluna is dropped into a bird's nest and must learn to adapt to her new family.  Eventually Stellaluna learns to live like a bird, but when it becomes time for the baby birds to leave the nest and fly, Stellaluna is certainly not as graceful as a her young friends.  She flies all night until she can't fly anymore.  To her surprise she awakens to the sight of a new family, who is very glad to see her again.

This is a story of acceptance and friendship.  The illustrations are excellent and certainly enhance the adventures and antics of the young friends.  This is one of my favorite books to read to my class.  No matter what the grade level the students enjoy looking at the illustrations.  Teachers preparing lessons for life science, should begin with Stellaluna.  Your students will enjoy learning about the differnces between bats and birds.
3340839
So the little bird, who lived high up in a tree,
Stopped chirping one day; she was sad you see.
Bored with the same view in the heat and cold,
She wished to see the world before she grew old

This verse leads us into the most magnificent view of a beach, and the breakers of the ocean, as we are flying over the head of this golden bird, seeing the spread of her wings.

She meets Bruce the Moose just as her strength starts to wane.

Hello little bird, said Bruce the moose with a smile,
Now Bo had an idea: she could travel in style!

This is a lovely story about a cooperation between the two, and the mutual benefits, coupled with some difficulties, arising out of this unique arrangement:

Id like to use your antlers to build a nest with a view,
A mobile home for me and good company for you.

Lovely story, lovely illustrations.
Five stars.
4149182
This is a truly beautiful story.  Some reviewers question its suitability for 9 and 10 year olds, but I believe that age group can handle this.  The description of bullying is strong, but today's kids should be able to take it.

The other reviews go pretty deeply into the story, some maybe a bit too much, so I won't here.  There are some great mythical stories related by the village story teller based on Incan beliefs.  And the relationship between the girl and her bird is truly touching.

All in all, this is a good book.  Parents of younger children might want to check it out just to be sure the details won't upset the reader, but it is highly recommended.
579128
A tender story about a bird, his life and amazing accomplishments, his relationships with his humans. A biography, really.
2128640
I often wondered where the stories of heroism, intelligence and good morals went. Luckily I happened upon this beloved story about how a group of very different forest animals are forced to work together and take care of one another, despite their individual faults and differences. This story not only teaches good morals, but also about strength, endurance, compassion and love for the animals in our forests.
2648051
This is a beautifully written story with over two dozen gorgeous full color photographs.  I just ordered several for holiday gifts for kids and grandkids, and I know the parents and grandparents will enjoy A Penguin Told Me a Secret as much as the young ones.  This book is a lovely and inspiring way to educate them about the natural world.
1947816
A butterfly fluttered above the flowers in the meadow, but there was something else in the grass.  Help, help!  Bear looked down and saw a tiny bird nestled in the grass.  It had taken a tumble from its nest in a nearby tree.  I am learning to fly, Bird explained to Bear, but I became dizzy and fell.  That would never do so Bird somehow managed to hop, hop, hop up Bears body and on to her shoulder.  Bear got bird back into the tree and began to meander across the field and into the woods.  No, that would not be the end of that because they soon became fast friends.

Every day they met in the meadow and foraged for berries.  Bird sat on Bears shoulders and together they had a feast at the blueberry bush.  Nom, nom, nom!  The berries were plentiful and the days were long.  At night Bird flew into the trees to sleep and Bear walked back into the woods.  The summer days soon began to fade and turn into fall.  Bird kept watch for the hunters and warned bear.  Every year things began to repeat themselves.  In the fall Bird flew south and Bear felt lonely without Bird.  One year when Bird returned, Bear was nowhere to be found.  Where had she disappeared to?

This is a beautifully heartwarming tale of of friendship and loss.  Bear and Bird have a marvelous friendship as they explore the the meadows and woods together each summer.  They miss each other when it's time for Bird to leave and when Bird returns its a joyous time.  The loss is when Bird comes back and Bear is nowhere to be found.  There is a nice twist at the end that helps ease Birds loneliness.  The artwork fills the pages with delightfully whimsical snapshots of a beautiful friendship as the two friends enjoy their lives together.  This tale about the cycle of life and death is one that can be used as a comforting read and discuss book if needed.  A beautiful tale that young and old alike will enjoy.

This book courtesy of the publisher.
3658873
I loved this charming story.  This Little Tern is a character of great importance to anyone who has gone through difficult times in their lives.  The bird has such resiliency; finding ways out of his struggles that he truely is a hero of mine. I highly recommend this beautiful book!