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Title details for The Message of the Birds (A Classic and Heartwarming Christmas Tale of Peace and Love) by Kate Westerlund - Available

The Message of the Birds (A Classic and Heartwarming Christmas Tale of Peace and Love)

by Kate Westerlund
Feridun Oral
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This appealing Christmas story with a poignant message for young and old alike will gently prompt discussion on important issues

 

An old owl tells the Christmas story to the community of birds as he has done so many times before, but when he tells of the special message from the Baby Jesus, a little bird questions why they no longer sing the message. “People no longer listen,” is the sad realization. The birds decide to share the message once more, but this time to the children of the world. And what unfolds is surely a Christmas wonder.

  • Creators

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  • Release date

    November 1, 2013

  • Formats

    • Kindle Book

    • OverDrive Read

      • ISBN: 9781662650116
    Kindle restrictions

  • Languages

    • English

  • Levels

    • Lexile® Measure: 630
    • Text Difficulty: 2-3

  • Reviews

    • Kirkus

      Starred review from October 15, 2013
      This calm, unassuming story tells how the birds of the world spread a message of peace at Christmas by singing their special song for children around the world. The proverbial wise old owl tells a mixed flock of birds the story of the Nativity, and the gathered birds are inspired to spread the song of peace themselves by reaching out to children. Told through simple, lyrical words, the story of how the birds fly off to spread a song of peace by singing to children is a touching and profound interpretation of the role of the Christ Child and the meaning of his birth. The birds share their song, and lines of children join hands on snowy hills under a guiding star. The message of the birds' song is revealed on the final pages: "Let there be peace, peace on Earth!" with the word peace written in dozens of different languages on the last page. Minimalist illustrations are painted in muted hues on pale gray backgrounds dotted with snowflakes, creating a hushed atmosphere that makes the final message stand out. Even the cover is understated, with a single robin perched on the tip of an evergreen, snow falling in the background. A lovely, quiet book with something powerful to say. (Picture book/religion. 3-7)

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Formats

  • Kindle Book
  • OverDrive Read
Kindle restrictions

subjects

Languages

  • English

Levels

  • Lexile® Measure:630
  • Text Difficulty:2-3

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