Book Series · 2 Books

Sparrow Books

In order from Sparrow Being Sparrow to Sparrow Spreads Her Wings.

The Sparrow series is a set of 2 chapter books by Gail Donovan, published between 2023 and 2024. Written for ages 7–12, most books run about 190 pages. Subjects across the series include cats, friendship, and responsibility.

Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

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$1797

Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2023

Sparrow Being Sparrow

By Gail Donovan, Elysia Case (Illustrator)

A young girl must find homes for seven cats, discovering her own place in a new town.

192 pages· 28,987 words· Est. 4 hour read

5.3/7 Bookroo

$17.99

Hardcover

Summary: Sparrow Robinson, a lively fourth grader, faces the challenge of rehoming her neighbor's seven cats after Mrs. LaRose moves to assisted living. In a new town and school, Sparrow feels out of place, but her mission to help the cats might just lead her to find her own sense of belonging. As she navigates this quest, Sparrow learns about friendship, community, and the true meaning of home. Will she succeed in her mission and find her own place in this unfamiliar world?

In reading order

Sparrow Series

2 books · Published 2023–2024

#1 in Series

Sale price

$1797

Sparrow Being Sparrow

Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2023

A young girl must find homes for seven cats, discovering her own place in a new town.

#2 in Series

Sale price

$1597

Sparrow Spreads Her Wings

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2024

A blizzard, an injured pigeon, and curious kittens test Sparrow's resolve. Can she save the bird alone?

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Sparrow series?

There are 2 books in the Sparrow series. It began with Sparrow Being Sparrow in 2023, and the newest book, Sparrow Spreads Her Wings, was published in 2024.