About This Book
Reach for this book when your child points at a bird on a city sidewalk with a mix of disgust and fascination. It is the perfect tool for transforming 'ick' moments into 'wow' moments by teaching children to look closer at the world around them. This graphic-style guide introduces young readers to the hidden history of pigeons, from their noble service as wartime messengers to their unexpected role as muses for world-famous artists like Picasso. Beyond just bird facts, the book encourages empathy for creatures that are often misunderstood or dismissed. It models a healthy curiosity about nature in urban environments, showing that science and history are happening right outside our windows. This is an excellent choice for children ages 4 to 8 who appreciate gross-out humor but are ready to engage with real-world information in a fun, visual format.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
The book is secular and direct. It addresses the common perception of pigeons as dirty (the 'flying rats' label) and reframes it using scientific and historical context. There are brief mentions of pigeons in war, but the focus is on their bravery and utility, not violence.
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