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The Dead Bird

Published
Nov 2009
Main Genre
General Fiction General Fiction
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32

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A New York Times Best Illustrated Book

This heartwarming classic picture book by beloved children's book author Margaret Wise Brown is gorgeously 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.

A beautiful book to share with children beginning to grapple with loss.

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Jun 2009 HarperCollins ISBN 0064436683
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Sep 1979 Yearling ISBN 0440417759
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First Edition Jan 2009 Harper ISBN 0060289317
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Jan 1985 HarperCollins ISBN 0201091674
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Jan 1985 Turtleback Books ISBN 060607421X
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Mar 1990 HarperCollins ISBN 0060207582
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Jan 2012 William Morrow ISBN 0060289325
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