Books Like Free as a Bird
Families who loved Free as a Bird by Sigal Adler often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Families who loved Free as a Bird by Sigal Adler often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Reach for this book when your child is struggling to see beyond their own immediate desires or fails to understand why a peer might react differently to the same situation. It serves as a gentle introduction to cognitive empathy, helping children realize that every living creature perceives the world through a unique lens based on their needs and physical reality. Through rhythmic poetry and vibrant imagery, the story follows a bird's journey to explain how its perspective differs from those on the ground. It is particularly effective for preschoolers and early elementary students who are moving out of the egocentric stage of development. Parents will value how the book models curiosity and respect for others, making it a perfect tool for fostering kindness and a sense of wonder about the natural world.
