About This Book
Reach for this book when your child expresses frustration about their physical limitations or feels like they are missing a piece that everyone else seems to have. It is a perfect choice for the child who is prone to 'I can't' moments or feels alienated by their differences. The story follows Lonely Bird, a near-wingless paper bird, as she attempts to bridge the gap between who she is and who she dreams of being through invention and grit. While the book touches on themes of identity and longing, its core is a celebration of the creative process. As Lonely Bird builds flying machines and experiments with feathers, she models how to turn disappointment into a project. It is a gentle, visually stunning narrative for ages 3 to 7 that validates the sadness of being different while empowering children to build their own path to belonging.
