This month’s Bookworm Kids list is brought to us by the Fayetteville Public Library and features books about our feathered friends – birds! Fayetteville Public Library 401 W. Mountain St. 479-856-7000 www.faylib.org

FICTION Bird Boy by Matthew Burgess (2021) Grade level pre-K to 3

New at school, Nico learns to be true to himself and makes friends along the way.

Peacock and Sketch by Allan Peterkin (2022) Grade level K-3

Peacock learns that fame is fleeting and the importance of real-world friendships.

Don’t Feed the Coos by Johnathan Stutzman (2020) Grade level 1-2

A hilarious read about the dangers of feeding pigeons.

Pea, Bee, & Jay: Stuck Together by Brian Smith (2020) Grade level 1-5

A fun, silly book about three unlikely companions and the value of friendship.

Arlo & Pips: King of the Birds by Elise Gravel (2020) Grade level 1-5

1 In this first of many adventures, Arlo gets boastful and his trusty friend Pip brings him back down to Earth.

The Impossible Destiny of Cutie Grackle by Shawn Stout (2022) Grade level 3-7

Cutie seeks to break the family curse in this part outdoor survival adventure, part fantastical quest.

Wingbearer by Marjorie Liu (2022) Grade level 3-7

In this epic fantasy adventure, Zuli and her guardian owl must save the life-giving magic of the tree where they live.

Real Pigeons Fight Crime by Andrew McDonald (2022) Grade level 3-7

Get ready to laugh as you follow these crime-fighting fowl.

Coo by Kaela Noel (2020) Grade level 3-7

Raised by pigeons, Coo learns the value of community, friendship and belonging.

The Republic of Birds by Jessica Miller (2021) Grade level K-4

Inspired by Slavic folklore, a young witch must saver her sister from evil birds.

NONFICTION Billy Loves Birds by Jess French (2022) Grade level pre-K to 2

Join Billy as he learns all about birds at Forest School.

She Heard the Birds: The Story of Florence Merriam Bailey by Andrea D’Aquino (2021) Grade level K-3

Learn all about pioneering birder and activist Florence Merriam Bailey.

A Peek at Beaks: Tools Birds by Sara Leving (2021) Grade level K-3

This playful book tells how birds use their unique beaks and compares them to household tools.

Spit Nests, Puke Power, and Other Brilliant Bird Adaptations by Laura Perdew (2020) Grade level K-3

A fun, fact-filled read sure to grab the interest of any kid.

A Raven Named Grip by Marilyn Singer (2021) Grade level 1-3

The true story of a mischievous bird that inspired authors Charles Dickens and Edgar Allen Poe.

Curious about Birds by Jill Sherman (2022) Grade level 1-3

Find the answers to all of your questions about birds.

Nature All Around: Birds by Pamela Hickman (2020) Grade level 2-5

A comprehensive child-friendly guide for budding birdwatchers.

Dig, Dance, Dive: How Birds Move to Survive by Etta Kaner (2022) Grade level 2-5

A funny look at fascinating birds and their surprising behaviors.

Audubon Birding Adventures for Kids by Elissa Wolfson (2020) Grade level 3-7

Filled with fun activities and games, learn all about our feathered friends and how to help them.

Science Comics – Crows: Genius Birds by Kyla Vanderklugt (2020) Grade level 4-6

This graphic novel is a fun guide to these incredibly smart avians.