{"product_id":"my-words-flew-away-like-birds-hardcover","title":"My Words Flew Away Like Birds - Hardcover","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eDebora Pearson\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eShrija Jain\u003c\/b\u003e (Illustrator)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA poetically told immigration story that fosters understanding and beautifully articulates how the desire to belong and the need for human connection are universal. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eA little girl learns some words in a new language to prepare for her move to a new country. But when she, her mother and her father arrive, \"all her words fly away like birds.\" The girl waits, and watches, and listens, trying to figure things out. Only, it's hard. Then one day the girl meets someone who needs her help. And as she makes a new friend, she finds that the new words start to come easier --- becoming her words, at last. Beautifully written in engaging and accessible free verse, this poignant story offers a powerful lesson in empathy for children everywhere. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThe story is inspired by the many newcomer families Debora Pearson has met in her work as a children's librarian in a bustling urban center. Both timely and universal, it provides young children with an opportunity to expand their worldview and be inspired by how the heroine prevails and finds connection. Shrija Jain's simple, whimsical illustrations add playfulness and warmth to the narrative. A perfect read-aloud, this sweet and sensitive picture book encourages all children to celebrate inclusion and highlights the character education traits of resilience, kindness and empathy. There are links here to social studies lessons on community, global awareness and cultural awareness.\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eDebora Pearson works as a children's librarian in Toronto, Ontario, and is the author of numerous books for children. \u003cbr\u003eShrija Jain is an illustrator living in Oakville, Ontario, and a graduate of the illustration program at Sheridan College. My Words Flew Away Like Birds is her debut picture book.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.47 x 10.55 x 7.95 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e October 05, 2021\u003c\/div\u003e\n                \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAccelerated Reader:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n                \n                \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuiz Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e My Words Flew Away Like Birds\u003c\/div\u003e\n                \n                \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInterest Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lower Grades, K-3\u003c\/div\u003e\n                \n                \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReading Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.7\u003c\/div\u003e\n                \n                \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePoint Value:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.5\u003c\/div\u003e\n                ","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51767805706528,"sku":"9781525303180","price":17.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9764\/5344\/files\/a8f32fd921ca5d6121414075fa1190c4.webp?v=1780317670","url":"https:\/\/ebocreations.com\/products\/my-words-flew-away-like-birds-hardcover","provider":"The E-Book Oasis LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}