We’re chirping with excitement for today’s new release – A Sky That Sings by Anita Sanchez and George Steele, illustrated by Emily Mendoza!
About the Book
Mia and her tía are spending a sunny afternoon at the park bird-listening! Some people enjoy bird-watching but as a blind person, Mia uses her other senses to identify different birds by their unique calls and songs. She calls it bird-listening.
Mia loves naming each of the birds that she hears. Sweet! Sweet! Sweet! Is that the chipper call of a yellow warbler? At first Mia’s aunt doesn’t know what to expect, but with Mia’s guidance, she learns to listen and enjoy the bright melodies pouring from the sky. Their adventure will take them past a lively pond, through the hush of the quiet woods, and up a breezy hilltop for a soaring encounter with Mia’s favorite bird of all!
Perfect for bird lovers of every feather, A Sky That Sings invites us to open our senses to life’s everyday treasures–the delights of nature and spending time with loved ones.
Click here to listen to an exclusive interview with author Anita Sanchez on WBUR’s Here and Now!
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“Ideal for any educator teaching listening skills or the science of birding, this book is also an inclusive tool perfect for a variety of content connections, including science and ELA.” — School Library Journal
“Through Mia’s cheerful narration, readers will also learn how blind people use their senses to navigate and glean information about their surroundings. . . . Mendoza’s bright, warm-hued cartoon illustrations clearly depict each bird and sweetly convey Mia and Tía’s bond. . . . Upbeat and enlightening.” — Kirkus Reviews
Anita Sanchez is a writer who lives in the wilds of upstate New York, where she listens for red-tailed hawks in the backyard. Many years of teaching outdoor classes have equipped her with how to introduce students of different abilities to the wonders of nature. She is the author of Hello, Puddle! and Leaflets Three, Let It Be!: The Story of Poison Ivy. Visit her online at anitasanchez.com
George Steele has been sharing the joys of nature with children since he was a teenage counselor. His love of birds includes working to reintroduce bald eagles in upstate New York and conducting as many Christmas Bird Counts as possible. He is well known for his ability to converse with owls. George is the coauthor, with Anita Sanchez, of Wait Till It Gets Dark: A Kid's Guide to Exploring the Night.
Emily Mendoza is a Mexican American illustrator from Southern California. She received her BFA in illustration from Pratt Institute and is now thriving in Queens, New York! Growing up, she was surrounded by Mexican culture and tradition, where she learned about her Latina roots through her family and illustration. She loves using bright colors and vivid textures to showcase diversity and bring out excitement in her work. Visit her online at emmillustrations.com
