Parrots Over Puerto Rico

Reach for this book when your child is grappling with the idea of environmental loss or when you want to explore the interconnectedness of human history and the natural world. It is an exceptional choice for teaching children how social changes, like colonization and industrialization, have a direct ripple effect on wildlife and conservation. Through its dual-narrative structure, the book tells the story of the Puerto Rican parrot alongside the complex history of the island itself, from its indigenous roots through European arrival and into the modern era. Parents will appreciate how it handles difficult topics like habitat loss and colonization with a sense of resilience and purpose. The stunning collage illustrations provide a tactile, layered experience that matches the depth of the history being shared. It is ideally suited for children in the elementary years who are ready to engage with more sophisticated non-fiction that balances sobering facts with a message of dedicated scientific recovery and hope.