The Dead Bird
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Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 1938 · Est. 4 min read-aloud

The Dead Bird

Written by Margaret Wise Brown · Illustrated by Christian Robinson

Children discover a lifeless bird and learn to say goodbye.

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32 pages· 408 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud· ~490L
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When children find a lifeless bird, they embark on a tender journey of farewell. In the park, they gently lay the bird to rest, covering it with sweet-ferns and flowers. Through song and ceremony, they navigate the delicate process of saying goodbye, offering a poignant exploration of loss and remembrance. How do young hearts cope with such a profound moment? This beautifully illustrated tale invites readers to reflect on the gentle ways we honor those who have passed.

From the publisher

This heartwarming classic picture book by beloved children’s book author Margaret Wise Brown is beautifully reillustrated for a contemporary audience by the critically acclaimed, award-winning illustrator Christian Robinson. One day, the children find a bird lying on its side with its eyes closed and no heartbeat. They are very sorry, so they decide to say good-bye. In the park, they dig a hole for the bird and cover it with warm sweet-ferns and flowers. Finally, they sing sweet songs to send the little bird on its way.

Awards

The New York Times/New York Public Library Best Illustrated Children’s Books Award (2016)
At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
32
Words
408
Reading age
4–7
Audience
Picture
Lexile
~490L
Themes & topics
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
3.3
F&P level
~M
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
21392
Publication
Published
March 1, 2016
First published
January 1, 1938
Publisher
HarperCollins
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780060289317

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