How to Heal a Broken Wing
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Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 2008 · Est. 1 min read-aloud

How to Heal a Broken Wing

Written and illustrated by Bob Graham

A boy finds hope in healing an injured bird amidst a bustling city.

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40 pages· 81 words· Est. 1 min read-aloud
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Bookroo's summary

In a bustling city where everyone rushes by, young Will is the only one to notice a wounded bird. With his mother's help, he takes the fragile creature home, embarking on a journey of hope and healing. As they nurture the bird, Will discovers the power of compassion and the possibility of miracles. Can one small act of kindness change the world around them? This touching tale invites readers to see the beauty in small gestures and the potential for transformation in everyday life.

From the publisher

“Such a visual piece . . . readers young and old will return to the story to look more deeply; they won’t be disappointed.” – Booklist (starred review) In a city full of hurried people, only young Will notices the bird lying hurt on the ground. With the help of his sympathetic mother, he gently wraps the injured bird and takes it home. Wistful and uplifting in true Bob Graham fashion, here is a tale of possibility – and of the souls who never doubt its power.

Awards

Cybils Award (2008)Charlotte Zolotow Award (2009)
At a glance
Format
Pages
40
Words
81
Reading age
4–7
Audience
Picture
Lexile
~241L
Themes & topics
Books about animalsBooks about kindnessBooks about birdsBooks about social themesBooks about values and virtues
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
2
F&P level
~H
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
125660
Publication
Published
July 18, 2017
First published
April 9, 2008
Publisher
Candlewick
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780763698416

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