Gianferrari, Maria. You and the Bowerbird. Maris Wicks, Illus. Roaring Brook, 08/2023. [48]pp. Nonfiction. Trade $19.99. 978-1-2508-4987-8. GRADES 1–4. HIGH ADDITIONAL.
On the edge of an Australian rainforest, a young, brown-skinned child observes, draws, and notes the efforts of a male satin bowerbird to construct and decorate his bower and attract a mate. Colorful, clear, and personality-packed cartoon illustrations capture the drama of the bird’s hunt for azure objects and the tribulations caused by rivals’ raids. Budding naturalists will be delighted with accurate information delivered in an engaging format and may be inspired to author their own naturalist’s notebook. Backmatter includes additional facts and a list of resources.
Melissa McAvoy—Retired