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Bird Boy (An Inclusive Children's Book) Hardcover – Picture Book, July 20, 2021

by Matthew Burgess (Author), Shahrzad Maydani (Illustrator)
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Take flight in this heartwarming story about a boy who learns to be true to himself at school while following his love of nature.

Nico was new, and nervous about going to school. Everyone knew what to do and where to go, but Nico felt a little lost.

So, he did what he loved to do:
Watched the insects
Sat in the grass
And most importantly... befriended the birds.

Before he knew it, Nico was known as BIRD BOY. But Nico didn't mind. Soon, he made one friend, then two, as the other kids learned to appreciate Nico for who he was. Before long, Nico learned he could be completely, delighfully, himself. This dreamy story will encourage all readers to express who they are unapologetically.
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  1. Reading age
    4 - 8 years
  2. Print length
    32 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Grade level
    Preschool - 3
  5. Lexile measure
    AD700L
  6. Dimensions
    8.88 x 0.36 x 11.31 inches
  7. Publisher
    Knopf Books for Young Readers
  8. Publication date
    July 20, 2021
  9. ISBN-10
    1984893777
  10. ISBN-13
    978-1984893772
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"Nico’s vulnerability and his calm self-confidence are a heady, relatable, contradictory combination of qualities that we all possess but don’t often recognize. This is a powerful and effective message, and readers are in for a treat.” —Booklist, starred review

About the Author

Matthew Burgess is the author of Enormous Smallness: A Story of E. E. Cummings, illustrated by Kris Di Giacomo, and The Unbudgeable Curmudgeon, illustrated by Fiona Woodcock. He has been a poet-in-residence in New York City elementary schools through the Teachers & Writers Collaborative since 2001, and he is currently completing his PhD at the CUNY Graduate Center. His work has appeared in various magazines and journals, and he recently received an award from the Fund for Poetry. He teaches creative writing and composition at Brooklyn College and lives in Brooklyn, New York. Follow him on Twitter at @MatthewBurgess.

Shahrzad Maydani is an illustartor and storyteller living and working in Berkeley, CA. She was raised in Africa by an Iranian mother and English father and spent her childhood collecting and telling stories. She now spends her days frantically making up worlds to keep her toddler happy. Follow her on Twitter @shazmaydani and on Instagram @shahrzadmaydani.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Knopf Books for Young Readers (July 20, 2021)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 32 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1984893777
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1984893772
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 4 - 8 years
  • Lexile measure ‏ : ‎ AD700L
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ Preschool - 3
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.31 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8.88 x 0.36 x 11.31 inches
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  1. Matthew Burgess

    Matthew Burgess

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    Matthew Burgess is an Associate Professor at Brooklyn College. He is the author of six children's books: Enormous Smallness: A Story of E. E. Cummings (Enchanted Lion Books), The Unbudgeable Curmudgeon (Knopf), Drawing on Walls: A Story of Keith Haring (ELB), The Bear and The Moon (Chronicle), Bird Boy (Knopf), and Make Meatballs Sing: The Life & Art of Corita Kent (ELB). Matthew also has edited an anthology of visual art and writing titled Dream Closet: Meditations on Childhood Space (Secretary Press), as well as a collection of essays titled Spellbound: The Art of Teaching Poetry (TWC). More books are forthcoming, including The Red Tin Box (Chronicle, 2023), Sylvester’s Letter (ELB, 2023), Words With Wings and Magic Things (Tundra, 2024), and Fireworks (Harper Collins, 2024). A poet-in-residence in New York City public schools since 2001, Matthew also serves as a contributing editor of Teachers & Writers Magazine.

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    Shahrzad Maydani is an illustrator of Iranian/English descent, raised in Niger and Kenya. Her debut children’s book Poetree received the Crystal Kite Award and was selected as a title on the Spring 2019 Kids Indie Next List. Follow her on Instagram at @shahrzadmaydani

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5.0 out of 5 stars Stunning book with a powerful message
Reviewed in the United States on July 21, 2021
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This is the sweetest story about a little boy being quietly, kindly, courageously himself, and it is a total joy. It is BEAUTIFULLY illustrated, creating a bright and whimsical world for Nico & his friends. As an early childhood teacher, I spend a lot of time reading children's books, looking for meaningful and inclusive stories that will appeal to little ones, and this one is an instant favorite.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great story for kids!
Reviewed in Japan on January 30, 2022
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My daughter and I love to read this book at night before she goes to bed. It's a great story of being "yourself". My daughter is half so it's a great story to make her feel good, about her background!
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