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Originally published in 1938, The Dead Bird, by the beloved Margaret Wise Brown is a heartwarming classic picture book that has been beautifully re-illustrated for a contemporary audience by the critically acclaimed, award-winning illustrator Christian Robinson.
One day, the children find a bird lying on its side with its eyes closed and no heartbeat. They are very sorry, so they decide to say good-bye. In the park, they dig a hole for the bird and cover it with warm sweet-ferns and flowers. Finally, they sing sweet songs to send the little bird on its way.
This book is listed for ages 4-8 and is indeed a little sad. The children find a dead bird and give it a funeral in the park. A reminder of death and how it is a part of life. The illustrations are appropriate and compliment the story. This is another classic from Brown that is a book every little one should read. More Margaret Wise Brown books will be released and re-illustrated for today’s audiences including one never-before-published so be on the lookout!
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