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Mato's Journeywritten by Dave Bowles
illustrated by Elizabeth Lester Mato knows he's supposed to be proud of being a mockingbird, but the loud, flashy blue jay and the other backyard birds taunt him for his dull gray feathers and his dreams of adventure. He wants to peck insects like the woodpecker, sip nectar like the hummingbird, or join the waxwings on their exciting trip to the faraway place. However, as Mato grows up, he begins to realize that colorful feathers aren't the only things that make a bird special.
Join Mato on his adventures in the backyard and beyond in a coming-of-age story that reveals the hidden lives of the birds right outside your back door. Order from your favorite bookseller. |
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Mato's Choicewritten by Dave Bowles
illustrated by Elizabeth Lester The backyard birds are faced with a life and death situation, but no one knows what to do. Maybe the dreaded crows have the answer, but who wants to ask a crow for help? After all, they are loud and obnoxious, steal food from the garbage cans and even hang out with vultures. Running out of time, Mato and Aponi decide to take a chance. Will Mato have the courage to go into the crow's territory?
If he finds them, will they attack Mato or offer help? Can the crows come up with a solution? Meanwhile, their backyard neighbor may not live to see tomorrow. Learn about confronting fear, overcoming barriers, and the importance of helping someone in need, all while exploring the wonderful world of our backyard birds, and those loud and highly intelligent creatures, the crows. |