About This Book
Mel Fell is an innovative picture book that invites readers to physically interact with the story by turning the book to follow Mel, a small bird, as she falls from her nest. The narrative beautifully captures Mel's initial fear and the subsequent triumph of learning to fly, emphasizing themes of courage, resilience, and self-belief. It's a heartwarming story about the journey of trying, failing, and ultimately succeeding, making it an excellent tool for discussing perseverance with young children aged 3-7.
A Caldecott Honor Book and ALA Notable Book of the Year! An innovative and charming tale about a plucky little bird, from the award-winning author-illustrator of Fox the Tiger. Readers will delight in turning their book sideways and upside down to follow Mel on her journey from downward fall to triumphant flight in this tale of self-confidence and taking a leap of faith. Please note: For the best reading experience, ebook customers may want to lock the orientation of their device before beginning to read. An especially enjoyable and satisfying read-aloud! Sometimes, you might fall down, down, down, before you learn to fly up, up, up…
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Discussion Prompts
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What did Mel feel when she was falling? What did she feel when she learned to fly?
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Have you ever tried something new that felt a little scary at first? What happened?
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How did turning the book make you feel as you read Mel's story?
4
What does it mean to take a 'leap of faith'?
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