About This Book
A parent might reach for this book when their child asks the classic question: 'Where do all the birds go in winter?' This engaging graphic novel transforms that simple query into a fun scientific investigation. It clearly explains the concept of migration, covering why birds leave, how they know when to go, and the amazing ways they navigate using the sun, stars, and even the Earth's magnetic field. Its comic book format makes complex science accessible and exciting for young readers. Perfect for ages 5 to 8, it nurtures natural curiosity and provides satisfying, easy to understand answers.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
None. The book is a straightforward and secular science explainer.
Ideal Reader
A 5 to 7 year old who is starting to ask more complex 'why' and 'how' questions about the natural world. This book is perfect for a child who loves animals and mysteries, but who is more engaged by visual storytelling and comics than by traditional nonfiction picture books.
Parent Prep
No preparation is needed. The book explains its concepts clearly and can be read cold. A parent might want to be ready for follow up questions about concepts like the magnetic field, but the book provides a solid, age appropriate foundation. The parent just heard their child ask, "Why are all the birds gone?" while looking at an empty bird feeder in the fall. Or, the child pointed to a V-formation of geese flying overhead and asked where they were going.
