The Dead Bird -- Margaret Wise Brown

<p><strong>This <em>New York Times </em>Best Illustrated Book is a heartwarming classic from the author of <em>Goodnight Moon</em> and <em>The Runaway Bunny</em>, with stunning, evocative art by #1 <em>New York Times </em>bestselling and multiple-award-winning illustrator Christian Robinson (<em>You Matter</em> and <em>Last Stop on Market Street</em>). </strong></p><p>This classic picture book by beloved children's book author Margaret Wise Brown is gorgeously reillustrated for a contemporary audience by the critically acclaimed, Caldecott Honor winning illustrator Christian Robinson.</p><p>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.</p><p>A beautiful book to share with children beginning to grapple with loss.</p><br><br><b>Author:</b> Margaret Wise Brown<br><b>Publisher:</b> HarperCollins<br><b>Published:</b> 03/01/2016<br><b>Pages:</b> 32<br><b>Binding Type:</b> Hardcover<br><b>Weight:</b> 0.90lbs<br><b>Size:</b> 11.10h x 9.10w x 0.60d<br><b>ISBN:</b> 9780060289317<br><b>Audience:</b> Ages 4-8<br><br><b>Accelerated Reader:</b><br><b>Reading Level:</b> 3.3<br><b>Point Value:</b> 0.5<br><b>Interest Level:</b> Lower Grade<br><b>Quiz #/Name: </b>21392 / Dead Bird<br><br><br><b>Review Citation(s): </b><br><i>Booklist</i> 11/1