The Great Chicken Escape

By Nikki McClure

Chickens escape their coop for a wild Alaskan adventure before returning home.

3.8/7 Bookroo expert·3.5/5 Goodreads · 156 ratings

34 pages

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Bookroo's summary

In a wordless tale, four adventurous chickens break free from their coop at an Alaskan monastery. As they elude the nuns, they explore the enchanting forest, savoring a day of freedom. Will they find their way back home? This captivating journey is beautifully illustrated with cut-paper artwork, inviting readers to experience the thrill of the wild and the comfort of returning home.

From the publisher

A wordless picture book in which chickens flee their coop at an Alaskan monastery and four, eluding the nuns, enjoy a day in the forest before returning home to roost. Features cut-paper artwork and a die-cut cover.

At a glance

Format: Hardcover
Pages: 34
Reading age: 4–8
Audience: Picture

Themes & topics

Books about mischief Books about chickens Books about farm animals Books about birds Books about animals

What readers & critics say

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3.8

“I thought this book had great potential as it started by telling some of the history of the island. It was very interesting to hear how they lived their lives and prepared for winter. The story itself lacked a little interest and adventure as the chickens simple leave and come home.”

Mom of Boys

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