Time to Fly

by George Ella Lyon

In the spirit of Mark Teague’s Fly, Baby Bird learns to overcome his fear of leaving the nest in this sweet and encouraging picture book.Mama Bird says it’s time to fly! Baby Bird thinks not. Nest is best…or is it? With the help of his mama, Baby Bird discovers the amazing things that can happen if he finds the courage to spread his wings and fly.

Genres: Picture Books, Birds, Childrens, Nature, Animals, Storytime, Family

32 pages, Kindle Edition

Published July 26, 2022

About the author

George Ella Lyon is a Kentucky author who has published in many genres, including picture books, poetry, juvenile novels, and articles.

Reviews

[Sienna Lyon-Baldwin · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book follows a young baby bird who is not quite prepared to fly yet. It likes to stay secluded in the comfort of their nest. When all of the other birds in the nest have learned to fly, it is time for the bird to do so as well, with some support (and treats) from mama. It finally builds up the courage to fly and discovers all the great things to see and do that comes with flying; but it always knows it has its mom and nest to come back to.
The illustrations are cute; I like the simplicity of them, yet they are simultaneously detailed. We can see from the perspective of the high branches in the sky where the bird is. I like this almost abstract style of art that brings the objects together to form one large painting. Even the different colors of the sky enhance the illustrations from scene to scene.
This would be a good read aloud book for lower elementary students. Almost every other line rhymes, so it is easy to read this book out loud in an entertaining way. The moral of this story can be read to students to never give up and success follows persistence. Even though the baby bird was skeptical at first, it accomplished the goal of flying and is no longer fearful

[Anthony · Rating 4 out of 5]

A rhyming ode of a mother bird trying to convince the last of her fledglings to take flight and leave the nest. It won't be that easy since this reluctant flyer seems to think that the nest is the best.

[Baby Bookworm · Rating 3 out of 5]

This review was originally written for The Baby Bookworm. Visit us for new picture books reviews daily!

Hello, friends! Our book today is Time to Fly, written by George Ella Lyon and illustrated by Stephanie Fizer Coleman, a classic story of learning to spread one’s wings.

Upon realizing that its siblings have left the nest, a young robin wonders where they’ve gone. “They took off, said my mother. You’ve outgrown this woven home.” And though Mother Robin does everything she can to convince her fledgling that the time has come to spreads its own wings, the young bird remains unconvinced of the importance of mastering flight; “Nest is best,” it insists. How will Mother Robin prove to her little one that, while the next step may be scary, it can be wonderfully empowering as well?

Sweet. Baby bird leaving the nest as a metaphor for growing up isn’t a particularly groundbreaking framework for a story, but Lyon’s cheerful, rhythmic text and Coleman’s charming illustrations combine to create an enjoyable interpretation of the trope, especially for young readers who may be leaving the safety of their own nests very soon to start school. Still, some of the story’s elements become confusing within the context of this metaphor, such as the idea that the young robin’s nest will not be a place of safety forever due to hawks (in contrast to a child’s own home typically portrayed as a constant of security). Otherwise, the length is fine for a storytime, JJ liked the interplay between the mother and baby bird, and this was overall an enjoyable read. Baby Bookworm approved!

(Note: A copy of this book was provided to The Baby Bookworm by the publisher in exchange for an honest review.)

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[Yasmine Coulter · Rating 4 out of 5]

Time to Fly is a heartwarming story about a baby bird learning to fly and finally leaving the nest. The baby bird's mother tells them that it is time for them to fly, but the baby bird is hesitant and scared to leave the comfort of the nest. The mother bird encourages the baby bird to start off small and fly to a near by branch. The mother tells the baby bird that it can be dangerous to stay in the nest and not learn how to fly, because a hawk might find it and then the baby bird can't escape. The baby bird builds up it's courage and flies off ready to explore the world. This story is full of beautiful images that are full of color. The images contain a lot of cool colors with the trees, sky, grass, and the birds. These illustrations utilize the white space on some pages while some pages the illustrations stretch across both pages. There is a nice balance in these types of images. This book shows overcoming fear and having the bravery to step outside of one's comfort zone. I would use this book with kindergarten or first grade to teach about plot structure and what occurs at the beginning, middle, and end of the story.

[Claire · Rating 4 out of 5]

Time to Fly is a sweet book about a young bird who is afraid to leave the nest. Baby bird doesn't want to leave the nest and believes the nest is best, but his mother helps him find his courage to leave the nest. It is a great example for teaching children about change and how it can be scary, but we must push out of our comfort zone and take those risks. The drawings go well with the story, including soft and calm colors in comparison to other books we have looked at. I think they complement the heart warming nature of the story itself. I would definitely use this book with younger children, maybe in the transition to preschool or kindergarten if they are afraid of leaving home. Overall, I would definitely recommend this book to any child 3 and up!

[Hailey Smith · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book is about a young bird who is still living in his nest with his mom because he hasn’t learned to fly. He is a very nervous bird and is terrified to fly. His mom keeps motivating him to do small steps to flying, and after a while he goes through them. However, when its time to take a big fly, it is more hard than ever to get him out of the nest where he feels his safest. The mom bird has to explain to his that the nest is best for chicks and eggs, but now that he’s older, flying is best to get away from predators. This helps him to understand that he has to learn to fly and start his journey like his siblings. He takes the leap and realizes he enjoys it and had nothing to worry about.
The internal illustrations were very interesting. It added to each page and gave a little more by adding to what the words had said. It shows us how the little bird is feeling and how scary the world seems outside the nest. But it shows the freedom and calmness of the surroundings once he is flying. The use of light colors gives a sense of calming also.
The cover art shows the bird terrified in the nest from the outside world. It gives a sense of what this book is going to be about, without giving too much, to keep it intriguing. The back cover art for shadows the bird taking his leap and leaving the nest with confidence.
This book gives a very good lesson to children. It shows that one day everyone has to leave the comfort of their hold to gain new experiences and live their lives to the fullest. It shows that you need to be brave and courageous in order to get to where your going. I think it does a good job at bringing this message to light. However, I do think there could have been more to it than just the short journey of the bird learning to fly to make it more interesting.
I would use this book to teach about courage and trying new things. It shows that things can look scary, but you need to try them to find out the truth about how it feels. It also can be used to help teach about habitats and predators and prey because it mentions how they have to use their flying to get away from hawk predators, while also getting to their worm prey to eat.
This book is recommended for ages 4 to 8 years old. I agree with this because its message relates to starting school.

[Tori · Rating 5 out of 5]

“Time to Fly” tells audiences about the challenges of a baby bird as they attempt to fly out of their nest at the reassurance of their mother. This book has an amazing and relatable message, even to a young adult like me! It encourages audiences to step out of their comfort zone and try new things, even if they seem scary or overwhelming at first. I feel this lesson can be applied to many milestones in life, whether that be going to a new school or trying a new hobby (and countless others, of course!) This book could work well for facilitating reflection among students. An instructor or reader could ask the audience about when they themselves have tried something new and in what specific ways they relate to the little bird. Have they also decided to wait to do something out of worry? Have their parents and guardians offered encouragement to them to do something? After discussing, students could be directed back to the ending of the book and consider ways they could step out of their own “nests,” their comfort zones, in the future.
The illustrations are minimalistic and charming, almost mimicking a paper-cut-out-like art style. Despite its simplicity, it expresses the distress and courage of the little bird well. Blues and greens adorn the book and both establish the forested setting and allow the illustrations to pop out to the reader. The cover shows the little bird looking out from inside the nest. By the end of the book, he has exited it and flies freely across the sky, providing an inspiring contrast. I would recommend “Time to Fly” to early elementary school because of its minimalistic illustrations and widely applicable message. I feel it could also be used to ease anxieties for older elementary and even middle-school readers, particularly before big events, like tests.

[Carly Friedman · Rating 5 out of 5]

A baby bird is left in the nest, without any of their sibling surrounding them. Confused and lonely, the momma bird directs the bird to take off and spread their wings. It’s time for the baby bird to leave, they’ve outgrown their home. The bird doesn’t feel quite ready to leave, nor does he feel it’s important to be able to leave, he believes that the nest is the best place to be. It’s up to the momma to convince the baby bird to leave the nest no matter his fears. She does so slowly, by going on short trips and rewarding baby bird with some snuggles. She explains that it’s a hard thing to accomplish, but it’s necessary. There are reasons like predators such as hawks coming in and swooping you away. The baby bird soon gains the courage to venture out of the nest and is so proud of all he accomplished. I love the way that this book had a very lighthearted way to show a very real feeling and common experience. No, we don’t leave physical nests like birds, but it is still very relatable. Looking at things like changing classrooms or other big changes in our lives, its something we all go through.

I think this book is good for early elementary, especially kindergarten. It has very vibrant, and fun illustrations. The topic is a very real topic for those who are nervous of starting a new school, or maybe just starting school in general. It’s a really good lesson that would help ease the transition/process of change, while being a fun lighthearted read.

[Lily · Rating 4 out of 5]

Time to fly is about a young bird who is being taught to fly by its mama bird. Baby bird is attached to the comfort of its nest and is hesitant to fly. The bird is too big to stay in its nest, and all the other birds are flying. Mama bird encourages baby birds by slowly building up his confidence everyday. She uses words of encouragement, guidance, and reward with snacks. Once the baby bird finally is ready to fly, he discovers it’s not so scary and he now is able to see a whole new world he could never see in his nest. He is happy that he faced his fears. This story is very lighthearted and sweet. The illustrations are very simple though they were very useful for space. I do believe that they could be more colorful. I enjoyed how the last few pages featured the colors of the beautiful sky during a sunset and the nest being empty. It gives a feeling of a new beginning. This book shows us how even though it is easy to stay in our safe place, that is not always true and it is important to face the world and see the beauty in it. It is important to face our fears, and be uncomfortable sometimes, in order to grow! The story also shows how giving patience and encouragement is important. This story is perfect for young children who may be experiencing discomfort in a new beginning they are facing.

[Hank Sutherland · Rating 4 out of 5]

"Time to Fly", written by George Ella Lyon and illustrated by Stephanie Fizer Coleman, is a home-hitting book that covers the maturation of a bird. During this book, a baby bird struggles to get out of the nest and start to fly. After all, the nest is warm and comfortable. However, its mother motivates it one step at a time. First the mother gives her baby a worm to fly from one branch to another. Then she motivates the baby bird to leave the nest entirely, saying that hawks prey where birds feel comfortable. At the end of the book, the bird is convinced to leave the nest, flying by itself. The illustrations of this book are great. The sky seems as large to the reader as it does to the baby bird, and the trees hold the perfect amount of detail. I enjoy this book, and particularly like the message of having to leave the nest, even though it may be comfortable. However, this seems like an overdone plot, as I read a book very similar to this just a couple of weeks ago. Still, I enjoyed this book, and because of its simplistic nature and because the main character is a young bird, I would recommend its use in Kindergarten.

[Grace Heneghan · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book is about a little baby bird that is afraid to leave the nest. So, slowly the mom bird encourages the bird to go on short trips out of the nest and gives him a cuddle afterwards, as a reward. The mom then has to explain some hard things to the baby bird. For example, she explains how a baby bird that won't leave the nest is very dangerous because of other animals that may want to take the bird. Eventually, the baby leaves the nest and is very proud of himself.
This book is a wonderful and easy to understand way to explain to students that even though change can be hard sometimes, it is also sometimes necessary. I would use this in a lower elementary grade classroom to explain change and why it is necessary.
For an activity, I would have the students write down or raise their hand and say something that has changed in their life, even if it is as simple as moving up to the next grade level and then have them try to explain why that change was actually a good thing.
I wasn't a huge fan of the style of the pictures in this book. It is beautifully done, but not as vibrant and colorful as I personally like in a childrens book.

[Grace Glenaman · Rating 4 out of 5]

I loved reading the book "Time to Fly" by George Ella Lyon. It's a really heartwarming story about a baby bird learning to fly, and eventually gaining up the courage to leave the nest. This visuals were also just perfect as they went along with the book. The baby bird's mother tells them that it is time for them to fly, but the bird is very hesitant and scared to leave. The baby bird looks to the nest for safety and comfort; he just wasn't ready to gave that feeling up. The mother bird encourages the baby bird to start off small and fly to a branch not too far away. Then, the baby bird finally builds up it's courage, and flies off ready to explore the world! This book shows a great example of overcoming fear, and having the bravery to step outside of one's comfort zone. I remember how hard it was for me to try new things when I was younger, and I felt like I always needed my mom by my side. As I grew up, I quickly figured out that's not really possible, and I was going to have to leave the 'nest' eventually. I think this is a great book to introduce to early childhood and elementary students!

[Jamie Isaacs · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was assigned to us this week, and I found it at the University of Kentucky Education Library. On the front of the book, we see a frightened baby bird sitting in a bird’s nest. The illustrations within the book are mostly green and blue, so as to seem like you are in nature. The story follows a young bird who is hesitant to leave the nest, due to being fearful of flying. With the helpful encouragement from its mother, the bird finally overcomes its fear of flying and discovers that the possibilities are endless when considering where to fly. One of my favorite lines from the story is “Nest is best for eggs and chicks, but you’re big now. Flight’s the trick”. This shows that no matter your age, you’ll always be learning. I believe that this book would do well in a 4th or 5th grade classroom library, as those students could read this book independently, or enjoy it being read to them. In addition, as you get older, you face more things to overcome, and this book will help students remember that, while encouraging them to face their fears and obstacles. I gave this book 5/5 stars, due to its special message, age appropriate content, and detailed illustrations.

[Dara Ward · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book offered beautiful illustrations to pair with a sweet and simple story of a bird learning to fly. One aspect I enjoyed about the illustrations is taking the viewer to different points of view. Sometimes we look down at the birds from up above and sometimes we would be right inside their nest with them. I also liked the difference in illustrations in terms of white backgrounds and giving us a whole scenic illustration for our birds. The colors were bright and comforting in a way, where you can almost hear the quiet wind and birds chirping in trees.

This story involved something that all birds go through: learning how to do something that is scary but has to be done. This book can instill bravery into the reader, making them feel as though they can overcome fears they have. This bird had to encounter ultimatums and obstacles while overcoming their fear, which can be applicable to real life as well. I think this book offers a great message through its story and how sometimes you need to trust the process to get the outcome you desire.

[Bianca Mazur · Rating 4 out of 5]

Time to Fly is a story about a baby bird who does not want to leave its nest when the mother says it is time for them to learn to fly. The baby bird wants to stay in their nest because it thinks that the nest is the best place for them, it is safe, and it does not want to or is ready to leave yet. Eventually, after seeing each sibling do it, the baby bird decides it wants to try to fly after all. It wants other food and protection from prey like everyone else. When the baby bird finally decides to try, it in fact does succeed. I think this book would be best for younger children. It shows that you can do anything if you put your mind to it. Also, it is okay to get out of your comfort zone and try new things. It can be scary but after all it can be great and rewarding. The cover of this book is so cute with the little baby bird in its nest in the tree. It is looking down because it is scared to leave its home, but does not know what is coming ahead.

[Tamya Crenshaw · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a very heartwarming book with an important message. This book is a good way to teach children that even when you feel scared to take the leap, it may be the best thing that can happen to you. It is important for kids to know that stepping outside of their comfort zone and exploring new things will create a very positive life experience for them. This book could also help parents know how to encourage their children when they feel discouraged about taking a leap. The mother bird had positive words for her baby bird and gave the baby bird rewards, which encouraged the bird to make the leap. This book also teaches older siblings to lead by example because if your sibling sees you doing something they are afraid of, they will eventually gain courage to take that leap. The illustrations in this book were pretty. I really saw a lot of texture in the illustrations and I think the colors were vibrant. This was an overall good book.

[Mandy · Rating 5 out of 5]

From the front cover I knew how charming this book would be. It follows the story of a baby bird trying to take his first flight with his mother and her steadfast encouragement. He's nervous, which isn't always a bad thing, and just needs a little extra persuasion and casual bribery (a worm) to help him get there. He eventually leaves the nest and does so again later on and is excited to see the world and all that it has to offer. This could be used as an analogy for gaining independence for the first time as a kid or leaving to explore new opportunities and places and ideas as you grow older and it is just so wonderfully done. The pictures are colorful and soft and perfect for reading aloud to bigger groups of students.

An idea for an activity could be having students write about a time they were afraid of doing something (such as taking a big test or going to a sleep away summer camp for the first time) and then following up with how they handled it and the outcome.

[Emily Roberts · Rating 5 out of 5]

Time to Fly by George Ella Lyon is a book I have never heard of so I was eager to read it! The book tells the story of a bird who is afraid to fly and leave its nest. The bird has seen their brother and sister fly out, but hadn't learned themselves. It tells the story of the bird's nerves and fear, then how they overcame that and joined their brother and sister flying in the sky. It incorporates several lines of rhyming throughout, such as "Heart pounds. Wings shake. First flight's no piece of cake!" It was a good book overall, with simple, beautiful illustrations. The illustrations really helped to visualize the birds and the story. Since the rhyming was simple, I would probably use this to teach beginning rhyming in the younger grades. It could also be used to talk about overcoming fears, anxiety, and doing something you never through you could; it could be a very empowering book for some young children.

[Kylie Mcgrath · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book is about a little baby bird who is not 100% ready to fly yet and likes to stay in its nest all warm and comfy. I mean who doesn’t?? But once all of the other baby bird are learning how to fly, it’s time for this bird to learn now. Mama bird was helping the little bird learn how to fly, and when it learns, it finally gets so excited to see all the amazing things that flying can be. At the end of the day, the little bird knows that it will always have its warm comfy nest to fly home to. The illustrations are well drawn as well. I really liked the sky because it shows different shades of blue as well as the trees and branches. Because this book has some rhymes, it’s an easy read. I would recommend this book for younger elementary students such as K-2nd. It could be a great lesson book as well because you could attach a lesson of staying driven and positive to this story. Overall, I loved it, and I’m very glad the author of this book came to speak to us this semester.

[Izzy Febbraro · Rating 4 out of 5]

I really enjoyed this book as it is about a baby bird leaving its nest. As it is comfortable in the nest, the mother helps the baby grow until the baby bird is finally able to mature and take that leap. I loved the illustrations and how it was shown from the birds point of view for example, the sky looked huge as if you were the bird looking at it. I also think this is a great book for kids in lower elementary school who are learning how to do things on their own and are scared of change. I think this is a great display of how change can be a good thing in life and it shouldn’t be scary. If I were using this book as a lesson, I would have my students talk about a time in their life where they had to change something or where they encountered change and how they dealt with this. I also thought the cover was cute, however I wish the colors were more vibrant and weren’t as dull.

[Mia Mulig · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book is about a little baby bird who is curious of anything beyond his nest. With the support of his mother, he begins to find the courage to set free into the big world. The illustrations are double-paged and have fine detail throughout. This book has some rhythmic tones to the text which can be a great book to read aloud, as well as, introduce more styles of literacy. I enjoyed how the illustrations where simplistic which is easy to look at and would not overwhelm any readers. For example, one of the illustrations was like a fish eye perspective of the baby bird in the nest high up in a tree. As a reader, this was a different viewpoint that I appreciated. In addition, the illustrations were delicate and looked hand drawn. Overall, I really liked the storyline and this would be a great book to implement in the classroom. I would recommend this to Kindergarten- 1st grade.

[Olivia · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is an engaging and relatable story that many children are sure to identify with. With gentle encouragement and support from its mother, the baby bird builds up the courage to fly and discover all the great things the world has to offer. The author does an excellent job of creating a character that children can root for and empathize with, as the baby bird struggles with fear and uncertainty. The illustrations are beautifully simple yet detailed, using a mix of colors and perspectives to bring the story to life, one example being a fish eye view from high in the nest. With an easy-to-read rhyming text and large illustrations this book is perfect for read-aloud sessions for lower elementary students. Its message of persistence and courage in the face of fear is a great lesson for young children, and it could also be used to teach about habitats, predators, and prey.

[Mia Mihalic · Rating 5 out of 5]

Time to Fly was a very enjoyable and wholesome read, which I really enjoyed. I feel that this book could be good for 2nd-4th grade. I think this age range would connect most with this story because this story talks about a little nervous bird who is trying to be convinced by mamma bird to be courageous and go out on its own. This age group would best connect with this story because these young children are at the age when they start to do things on their own which can be scary at first for them. I loved how simplistic this story was and how the author and illustrator used very simple words and images to tell such a powerful deeper meaning. The story line of having a bird try new things alone and work towards being courageous is a very easy message for students to understand, but the teacher can also use this to teach a lesson on independence and courage. Overall a very great read!

[Meghan · Rating 3 out of 5]

Time to Fly was an okay book to listen to. The illustrations were drawn very nicely but hey were not very appealing in my opinion for a children’s book. However, the illustrations did fit very well with the story and I feel as though a story could just be told through the illustrations without the words. This book had a lot of rhyming in it which is nice because that makes this a book you can read to children when learning about rhyming. I also liked the story because it was encouraging when the bird was trying to jump out of the nest. Although the bird felt safe in its nest, it knew it had to leave to explore and I think that is a good lesson to teach kids; it is okay to go out of your comfort zone. I think this would be a good book for an elementary classroom but is not one of my favorites I have read.

[Catherine Hunter · Rating 4 out of 5]

"Time to Fly" by George Ella Lyon is a beautiful poem that resonates with readers of all ages. Lyon's words paint a vivid picture of growth and the inevitability of change. The poem's simpleness and depth make it accessible to a wide audience. it captures life's changes and uncertainty. The metaphor of the baby bird leaving the nest is both heartwarming and thought-provoking. It encourages readers to reflect on their own journeys, personal growth, and the moments when they've had to summon the courage to step outside their comfort zones. this book creates a warm and encouraging feeling within readers. It captivates the audience with sweet and intricate illustrations. While also conveying the message of the cycle of life and courage. Lyon's provides depth which is suitable for all ages. It may be pointed towards young to middle elementary students and parents.

[Paola Mercado · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book gave me total “earthy vibes!’ It is about a small bird who is afraid to come out of its comfort zone, which is the Nest, and explore the wonders of the world. His mom tries her best to get him out of the nest by sending off the bird to fly small distances. When his mother bribes him with a worm, bird finally decides to fly just like his siblings did. I really enjoyed how the writer made a cute lyrical story where the illustrator made its last touches with such earthy illustrations. My favorite part was when the bird flew with the other birds because I loved the colors the illustrator included. I would most definitely introduce this book to students in grade levels Pre-kindergarten to 5th grade to help demonstrate the importance of getting out of our comfort zones and trying new possibilities.

[Maris Welgat · Rating 3 out of 5]

"Time to Fly" by George Ella Lyon is a story about a baby bird that is not ready to fly yet. His mama says it's time to leave the nest, but baby bird is scared to fly. His mom explains to him all of the new possibilities that will be opened if baby bird flies such as seeing the meadow and tasting new bugs by the creek. Once baby bird finally gets in the air, he feels he can go everywhere! The rhyming incorporated into the novel adds a joy and softness to the words that children can easily follow along. I believe this book will resonate will children who fear doing something for the first time. Similar to the nest being a safe spot for baby bird, children often choose to stay where they feel comfortable. This story teaches children resilience and that getting out of your comfort zone can lead you to new adventures.

[Natalie Leon · Rating 4 out of 5]

Time to Fly is a story about a baby bird who does not want to leave their nest when their mother says it is time for them to learn to fly. The baby bird insists that the nest is the best place for them and they don’t want to leave yet. Eventually, after wanting benefits like snacks and safety from predators, and after seeing their siblings do it, the baby bird decides it wants to try to fly after all. When baby bird finally decides to try, they succeed. I think this book would be best for younger children who would benefit from seeing that after trying they can grow in ways they didn’t think were possible. I think the artwork is good for younger children too because there isn’t a lot going on and they can track the story well.

[Lila Streich · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book was about a baby bird who’s mom is trying to get him to fly. He says over and over that nest is best and he’s worried about flying. His mom says if he stays in the nest the hawk will get him but he thinks if he flies he will have no place to hide in the empty sky. Finally he decides if his siblings can learn to fly so can he and he realizes he can go anywhere if he can fly and he enjoys it. I liked the illustrations in this book, i liked the colors I thought they were very pretty. My favorite was the spread in the last page that showed the river and the trees and the nest with the birds flying as a family in the far corner. I’d use this book in a kindergarten class to talk about the importance of trying new things.

[Brooke Bugg · Rating 4 out of 5]

"Time to Fly" is a children's book about a little baby bird who's mother tries to get the baby bird to fly away from the nest, but the little bird just won't budge. The baby bird has to learn the truth about what will happen if baby birds stay in their nest...they become prey to the hawks. The little baby bird was not going to let that happen! The little baby bird got the courage to fly with in the air with it's siblings.

The illustrations in this book are so pretty. This books' images are in a realistic cartoon style that have a detailed and watercolor style. I believe that this book would be perfect for ages 4-7! I feel like this book would be a great way to teach students about courage and believing in yourself!