All the Birds in the World

What makes a bird a bird? All birds have feathers, wings, and beaks. But birds come in many varieties of colors, shapes, and sizes, with different habits and homes. Take a beautifully illustrated journey -- with an adorable kiwi bird as your guide -- through the vast and colorful world of birds, with its tapestry of textures, sounds, and sights. Even the kiwi chick -- who struggles to see at first how he fits in -- finds that he too belongs to this fascinating family of feathered friends. Ages 3 to 8. Full color picture book. Hardcover with dust jacket. 8-3/4'' wide x 11-1/4'' high. 32 pages. Author/illustrator David Opie holds a BFA and MFA in illustration and lives with his wife in Connecticut. Reviews: BOOKLIST, STARRED REVIEW "Thoughtfully written, engaging picture book . . . Pictures of birds are impressive for their precision, spacing, and use of color, a