A Sky That Sings

By Anita Sanchez, George Steele, Emily Mendoza (Illustrator)

A blind girl guides her aunt on a bird-listening adventure, revealing nature's hidden melodies.

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40 pages· 880 words· Est. 7 min read-aloud

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Bookroo's summary

Mia, blind but perceptive, leads her aunt on a unique bird-listening journey through the park. As they explore, Mia identifies birds by their songs, teaching her aunt to appreciate nature's symphony. From a lively pond to a quiet woods and a breezy hilltop, their adventure unfolds with unexpected discoveries. Will Mia's favorite bird make an appearance? This heartwarming tale invites readers to experience the world through sound, celebrating the beauty of nature and the joy of shared moments.

From the publisher

Mia, a blind girl who enjoys identifying birds by their distinct calls and songs, leads her aunt through the park on a bird-listening adventure!Mia and her tía are spending a sunny afternoon at the park bird-listening! Some people enjoy bird-watching but as a blind person, Mia uses her other senses to identify different birds by their unique calls and songs. She calls it bird-listening. Mia loves naming each of the birds that she hears. Sweet! Sweet! Sweet! Is that the chipper call of a yellow warbler? At first Mia’s aunt doesn’t know what to expect, but with Mia’s guidance, she learns to listen and enjoy the bright melodies pouring from the sky. Their adventure will take them past a lively pond, through the hush of the quiet woods, and up a breezy hilltop for a soaring encounter with Mia’s favorite bird of all! Perfect for bird lovers of every feather, A Sky That Sings invites us to open our senses to life’s everyday treasures–the delights of nature and spending time with loved ones.

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