Calvin Can't Fly

The Story of a Bookworm Birdie

Jennifer Berne, Keith Bendis

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English

Sterling
13 July 2015

Children's & Educational; Animal stories (Children's&YA)

Calvin is one unusual starling! While his siblings and cousins learn to fly, this rare bird lets his imagination soar while reading about pirates, dinosaurs, and other fascinating things. The other birds call him geeky beaky, but Calvin just ruffles his feathers and buries his beak in a book. Yet, when it comes time to migrate, poor Calvin suddenly realizes he can't fly! His sisters, brothers, and cousins carry him into the air. But on their way south, the winds blow hard, the trees bend, and the air starts to smell strange. It's a hurricane, and only Calvin can save the day - because he has read all about it! Witty illustrations, an endearing hero, and a delightful story - now new in paperback - make this a true celebration of the pleasures (and importance) of reading!

By: Jennifer Berne
Illustrated by: Keith Bendis
Imprint: Sterling
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 254mm, Width: 254mm, Spine: 8mm
Weight: 227g
ISBN: 9781454915751
ISBN 10: 1454915757
Pages: 40
Publication Date: 13 July 2015
Recommended Age: From 4 to 8 years
Audience: Children/juvenile , English as a second language
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Jennifer Berne has been a long-time contributor to Nick Jr. Magazine, and a writer for both print and TV. She has published numerous award-winning books for kids, including On a Beam of Light: A Story of Albert Einstein (Chronicle), Calvin Look Out! (Sterling), and Manfish: A Story of Jacques Cousteau (Chronicle). Jennifer lives in the rolling hills of Columbia County, NY. In summer she migrates up to Maine to live aboard her sailboat. Keith Bendis's work has appeared in the New Yorker, Vanity Fair, Fortune, and Time. Keith was the illustrator for William Safire's On Language column in the New York Times Magazine, and for 10 books including Calvin Look Out! (Sterling). He lives on an old farm in Columbia County, NY.

Reviews for Calvin Can't Fly: The Story of a Bookworm Birdie

* The irresistible story of a proud bookworm will put smiles on the faces of readers of all ages . . . The illustrations are wildly original and full of funny details . . . Between its heartwarming (but never treacly) story and quirky illustrations, this tale should be a staple among book-loving families as well as in libraries and elementary classrooms for years to come. --Kirkus Reviews, starred review . . . a lively children's book debut . . . Regular doses of humor in the text and art happily keep the story from migrating into sentimentality. --Publishers Weekly