Really Bird, Really Scared!
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Chapter Book · Graphic novel · Ages 4–8 · 2023 · Est. 20 min read

Really Bird, Really Scared!

By Harriet Ziefert

Part of the Really Bird Stories series

A small bird fears the sun won't rise. Can friendship ease his worries?

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56 pages· 871 words· Est. 20 min read
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Really Bird wakes up in darkness, fearing the sun may never rise. With the help of his friends Cat, Rabbit, and Pup, he learns to face his fears. As the day unfolds with unexpected weather changes, Really Bird discovers the power of teamwork and friendship. Will he find the courage to overcome his anxiety and embrace the night? This heartwarming tale offers a reassuring message for anyone afraid of the dark.

From the publisher

Waking up in the dark a worried and anxious Really Bird has to deal with an overactive imagination in this entertaining caper with a reassuring ending. Meet Really Bird, a small bird who lives in a large city park with his friends, Cat, Rabbit, and Pup. In each story, Really Bird finds himself really wanting something - to be bigger, to have his fair share, or to be a leader - to be really silly, funny, strong, cool, happy or brave. And when he feels something, he really feels it. Each story is an entertaining, character-driven caper based on relatable social/emotional themes, delivered with surprise twists, high drama, and expert comic timing. Along the way, lessons are learned about qualities such as teamwork and compassion. The emphasis is on character growth and development through creative problem solving, Friendship and emotional engagement are at the heart of every story.In Really Bird, Really Scared! Really Bird wakes up to find it is still dark and he starts to worry the sun won’t rise. Eventually, of course, with some group effort and protesting, the sun rises but that is not the end of the story, as Really Bird and his friends have to deal with changes in the weather. The end of the day provides a colorful ending and then night returns. But now, Really Bird’s fears are lessened and his anxiety is finally under control. For any kid who has a fear of the dark, this Really Bird story is both funny and reassuring.

At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
56
Words
871
Reading age
4–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
AD420L
Themes & topics
Books about animalsBooks about birdsBooks about feelings and emotionsBooks about weatherBooks about anxiety
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
~2.9
F&P level
~L
Publication
Published
June 11, 2024
First published
June 11, 2023
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book · Graphic novel
Identifiers
ISBN
9781636551036

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