Nesting

Name: Nesting
ISBN: 9780062885920

For the child who marvels at the backyard world. This gentle story follows a robin family from first twigs to first flights, honoring the rhythms of home.

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About This Book

Reach for this book when your child is experiencing a period of transition or waiting, or when they show a blossoming curiosity about the small miracles in their own backyard. It is an ideal choice for calming a restless spirit before bed or for introducing the concept of growth and patience through the lens of the natural world. Henry Cole uses stunning, detailed illustrations to follow a pair of robins as they build a home, protect their eggs, and eventually guide their fledglings toward independence. While it functions as a gentle science narrative, the heart of the story lies in the themes of family devotion and the quiet bravery required to grow up. It is a soothing, educational read for children ages 4 to 8 that validates the effort behind every new beginning.

Birds Love & Family Nature & Outdoors Curiosity & Wonder Weather & Seasons Resilience & Perseverance Growing Up Fear & Bravery

What Parents Should Know

Mild PerilMild

A snake approaches the nest to eat the eggs, but the parent birds successfully drive it away.

Sensitive Topics

There is a moment of natural peril involving a snake approaching the nest. The approach is realistic and secular. The resolution is successful and hopeful, as the parent birds work together to drive the predator away without graphic violence.