Obuchowski, David. How Birds Sleep. Sarah Pedry, Illus. Minedition, 03/2023. [40]pp. Non-Fiction. GRADES Preschool – 3. $18.99 978-1-6626-5097-0. OUTSTANDING.
Readers journey around the world discovering the different ways and places birds sleep. Richly colored gouache paintings show a variety of species at rest, stacked in a pile, buried in the snow, rocked to sleep on waves, or high in the air. Simple text provides context and includes intriguing specifics, often drawing connections between human and bird experience. Both common and Latin names are included, making this suitable for preschool bedtime or older nature lovers. Back matter explains the science of sleep, includes a primer on climate change, and offers suggestions for how to aid birds.
Melissa McAvoy—Retired