About This Book
Reach for this book when your child expresses feeling like a 'misfit' or struggles with a sense of belonging within their peer group or community. It is a gentle, metaphorical balm for children who feel different for reasons they cannot quite name, providing a safe space to explore the ache of wanting to be somewhere else. Nashville is a ten year old boy who hatched from an egg and possesses bird like features, leaving him caught between the earth and the sky. While his family is deeply supportive and loving, Nashville grapples with a profound internal longing to fly. Through lyrical prose and magical realism, the story validates the difficult emotions of loneliness and identity while celebrating the unconditional love of a family that accepts a child exactly as they are. It is a short, accessible read-aloud or independent choice for ages 8 to 12.
