Crowbar

By Jean Craighead George, Twig C. George, T. Luke George, Wendell Minor (Illustrator)

A boy rescues a crow, defying his grandpa's doubts about its intelligence.

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32 pages

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Bookroo's summary

A young boy discovers an abandoned crow and takes it home, despite his grandpa's belief that crows are mere pests. Naming the bird Crowbar, the boy is determined to prove its intelligence. As Crowbar learns to speak, he reveals a cleverness that surprises everyone. Can the boy show that this crow is more than just a thief? This heartwarming tale explores the bond between a boy and his feathered friend, challenging perceptions and showcasing the unexpected brilliance of nature's creatures.

From the publisher

A funny and amazing story based on a real-life crow from renowned naturalist and Newbery Medal-winning author Jean Craighead George, with illustrations from long-time collaborator Wendell Minor. Twig George and T. Luke George have provided up-to-date research for this stunning picture book by their mother. A young boy finds a baby crow abandoned, cold and hungry. He takes him home, hoping to nurse him back to health. His Grandpa disapproves–he thinks that crows are pests and thieves! The boy knows that the crow he names “Crowbar” is capable of learning more than how to eat, caw, and fly. But can he prove it? As Crowbar grows, the boy teaches him how to speak and Crowbar teaches the boy just how clever crows can be. With his innate intelligence, Crowbar will show he is smarter than anyone could imagine.This beautiful new picture book from the author of My Side of the Mountain, Julie of the Wolves, and many other beloved books will be welcomed by young naturalists.

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