Book description
A charming picture book tale that showcases how the rewards of our efforts can come from the most unexpected of places.
Bang! Whack! Whirr!
It’s time for a birdhouse-building contest!
Opal’s friends all have endless ideas on how to make their constructions stand out. There are bells, pom-poms, basketballs, and…
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Why read it?
1 author picked Opal's Springtime Birdhouse as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?
The girl protagonist sets a great example for kids on the power of perseverance even in the face of a setback. During a birdhouse-building contest, Opal’s friends all have endless fancy ideas. They use many fancy items, such as bells, pom-poms, basketballs—and yet Opal feels stuck. Opal chooses to make a simple birdhouse, with a sturdy piece of wood and a few nails and screws. When the judges don’t pick Opal’s birdhouse, Opa is deeply disappointed, but she may still discover that her humble home is just right for someone else. It’s a valuable lesson for young readers to learn…
From Helen's list on The best children’s books about perseverance.
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