Little Robin wakes up early and flies away from the nest on an adventure, meeting over ten species of birds from all over the world, from garden sparrows to city magpies, soaring bald eagles to flightless kiwis. Little Robin’s Book of Birds is a delightful, colorful treat, ending with a quiet nighttime scene perfect for winding down at bedtime.
This reimagining of the author’s bestselling The Big Book of Birds is designed to instill an early love and curiosity for the natural world and its wonderous wildlife. Packed with sound effects and simple phrases to engage babies with Yuval Zommer’s gorgeous illustrations, this chunky board book is perfect for Zommer fans and any child who loves the sound of birdsong.
Reviews
With each page turn, this curious robin introduces young readers to a new bird species in its natural habitat, from graceful swans and ducks gliding across ponds to flightless kiwis admiring Little Robin from the ground. The board book features a simple, predictable pattern: two short sentences on the verso describe what Little Robin sees, while the recto highlights each bird’s distinctive call. This rhythmic structure provides a steady pace, ideal for the youngest of listeners. Vibrant, detailed illustrations bring each spread to life, offering young readers plenty to discover visually including subtle habitat elements and differences in bird shapes and feathers… A sweet, accessible look at the avian world, ideal for one-on-one reading.
— School Library Journal
Contributors
Yuval Zommer
Author
Yuval Zommer is an author, illustrator, and environmentalist based in London. He studied at the Royal College of Art and worked for many years as a creative director at leading advertising agencies before becoming an author and illustrator. His award-winning Big Book series has now been published in thirty languages and has over two million copies in print. Follow him on Instagram @yuvalzommer.
