When Fur and Feather Get Together

by David R. Margrave, Kim Wyly (Illustrator)

There are picture books that teach; there are picture books about family; and there are picture books that have outstanding illustrations.  When Fur and Feather Get Together  is a picture book that does all three - embracing the enduring themes of family, fun, learning and visual delight. Did you know that a sighting of a group of unicorns is so rare that it is called a blessing?  When Fur and Feather Get Together  is a fun and educational rhyming story about a father and child enjoying their lazy day together. Incorporating the warm and whimsical animal paintings of illustrator Kim Wyly, the father teaches his child what different animal groups are called. Ultimately, it is a book encouraging quality time spent together while leading to further exploration of surprising words and their meanings. This is a book that can be enjoyed equally by families as well as in a teaching environment. Wyly's endearing and relatable illustrations of animals and nature are a perfect complement to the story. Frolicking across the pages of this rhyming picture book are beautifully illustrated foxes, owls, bears, sheep, raccoons, geese, fish, lions, whales, rhinos, monkeys and even unicorns.

Genres: Picture Books, Animals, Childrens

32 pages, Hardcover

Published April 1, 2018

Reviews

[Michelle · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very cute book! Fur and Feather teaches children the names of groups of animals (school of fish) in an enjoyable rhyme. Great for wee little ones from 1 year old to 2nd grade. The best part is that the children loved it enough to ask me "Can you read it again?"

[Julie Parks · Rating 5 out of 5]

Thank you Netgalley for an advance copy in exchange for my honest review.

We loved this book - my son and I. The pictures were beautiful, especially the owls in wigs. Very simple and yet clear and artistic style.

The rhymes make it a perfect reading material to teach the little ones a bunch of new words they can add to their growing vocabularies.

I think we're growing out of the age already, otherwise, I would definitely get a Paperback version of this book.

Also, makes for a fantastic present for both boys and girls. I'd say the perfect age is around 2. But it strongly depends on each parent.

[Tara · Rating 5 out of 5]

When Fur and Feather get together is such a warm and loving book. The poem is about a dad telling his child what different groups of animals are called, with a family being the culmination of the tale. The illustrations are joyful and eye catching. It is a perfect book to read to a young child. I highly recommend this book.

[Carla · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a very cute book to teach some new vocabulary and terms to little ones. The text is rhyming and has an easy cadence to it. A little boy and his dad sit on a hill talking about animals and dad teaches him what various animals in groups are called. The illustrations are cute, done in coloured pencil, colourful and whimsical. There are wise owls sporting wigs, sheep parachuting from the clouds, fish with school supplies and more. My four year old grandson liked it and the three year olds wanted to read it again. After a few readings, they were telling me what some of the groups were called. A cute book for a family library with young children or for a daycare of pre-school setting. The publisher generously provided me with a copy of this book via netgalley.

[Niki · Rating 5 out of 5]

"When Fur and Feather Get Together" is an adorable book about a young boy and his father as they discuss all of the different animals and what they are called when the animals get together in groups. From a smart school of fish, to a wise parliament of owls, and a pride of lions to a crash of rhinos, children will learn the name of groups of different animals (even unicorns!). The illustrations are colorful and fun and add character to this wonderful story! This entertaining book would be a great addition to any home or school library!
Thank you NetGalley for the opportunity to read and review this adorable story prior to publication in exchange for an honest review!

[Storywraps · Rating 5 out of 5]

This heartwarming book is not only educational but gives kids (and adults) a wonderful sense of self-respect, self-worth and deep appreciation of belonging.

A dad and his small son sit on top of a hill and talk together about a variety of animals.

"And we talked about animals from fur to feather,
and what they're called when they get together."

They discuss the names of different animal groups, none ever the same. The book is written in rhyme something that kids always enjoy listening to or reading on their own. They discover that fish with their friends are called a school, lions in a group are a pride, a cluster of whales is a pod, rhinos are a crash, a gathering of geese is a gaggle, a group of sheep is a flock, The next one I did not know myself but it was so fun to find out. Did you know that an assembly of owls is called a parliament? Who knew? Lastly, unicorns spotted together are called a blessing.

The ending of the book is the best of all because the little boy snuggles into his dad, crawls upon his lap and hugs him tight declaring:

"I said, "Of all the groups we could be,
my favourite one is our family."

The happy whimsical illustrations enrich the text and the crescendo is when the boy informs us that the best gathering of all is his own beloved family unit. I love the book's message and highly recommend it.

[Cindy Swann · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wonderful, lyrical, beautifully illustrated book that taught me a thing or two!

[The Endless Unread · Rating 5 out of 5]

A nice little poem book so short and sweet. My review on this book is that it's very neat. The storyline is amazing, it doesn't miss a beat

[Melissa · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is beautiful yet simple. This is the perfect example of how sometimes less can be more. The rhymes worked perfectly, and I read this book to my daughter, who I even heard humming along to the lyrical verses as I read.

This is a sentimental and heartwarming story about a father and a son, but it's also educational without over complicating things.

I enjoyed this book and would recommend this book to others.

[Hillary Baden · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was a really fun book to read with my 4 year old! He loved the "funny" words of groups of animals (his favorite was "gaggle of geese"!) It is written in rhyming rhythm and is easy to read.
The illustrations are cute, perhaps hand illustrated by a budding artist?
*I received a free digital copy of this book in exchange for my honest review

[Babies to Bookworms · Rating 4 out of 5]

This adorable book follows a conversation between father and son about the various names given to groups of animals. Some are funny and some are surprising, but the heartfelt sentiment at the end of this fun book is the best part. The illustrations are colorful and fun and the rhyming text has a nice flow to it. Definitely recommend!

[Richelle Zirkle · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is an adorable story! I always loved animals and discovering the names of what groups of animals were called. The bond between father and child is well represented here. The rhyme scheme is great and will appeal to early and emerging readers. The illustrations are cute, but the story surpasses them and makes the book great.

I received an ARC in exchange for my honest review.

[Amanda · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was a cute story about a father and son discussing the different names of animals in groups. Cleverly written. I even learned what a group of owls is called.

4 stars

Thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for a copy of this book, which I voluntarily reviewed.

[Zaneta · Rating 4 out of 5]

"When Fur and Feather Get Together" by David R. Margrave is a delightful and heartwarming children's book that celebrates the beauty of friendship across species. Through charming rhymes and whimsical illustrations, Margrave introduces readers to a colorful cast of characters, including furry creatures and feathered friends, who come together to share adventures and create lasting bonds. The story gently conveys important lessons about acceptance, kindness, and the joy of companionship, making it a perfect read-aloud for young children and a cherished addition to any library. With its engaging narrative and adorable characters, "When Fur and Feather Get Together" is sure to capture the imaginations and hearts of readers of all ages.

[Debbie · Rating 3 out of 5]

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First Available April 1, 2018

Synopsis:

A little boy and his dad sit on a hill talking about animals and what you call them if they're in a group. “When lions get together they call it a pride; I think I’d be looking for somewhere to hide.” The illustrations are rather simple but very cute: wise owls are wearing wigs, sheep parachuting from the clouds, and some fish with books and one with a backpack. The text is in rhyme.

Cons: None

Pros: This short book with cute illustration is a good way to teach young children a few terms they probably aren't familiar with.

[Gwen · Rating 3 out of 5]

I was really loving this one and planning to buy it until I got to the Whales pod. I thought this would have been a good one to have in a classroom library but then once they mentioned "god" it kind of put me off.
The rest of the book is great tough, loved the rhymes and learning what each group of animals is. The illustrations were alright I suppose but not something that would make me want to pick up the book. Since I was just placing things on hold from a trade journal, I didn't know what it actually looked like.