Cover of the book Birdsong by Julie Flett
Birdsong by Julie Flett
Birdsong by Julie Flett
Birdsong by Julie Flett
Birdsong by Julie Flett
Cover of the book 'Birdsong' by Julie Flett, depicting an illustration of an elderly woman and a young girl standing in a field, looking towards the sky with flying birds.

Birdsong by Julie Flett

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Ages: 3–8 years

When a young girl moves to her new home far away from the sea, she feels lonely and out of place. But soon she meets an elderly woman next door, who shares her love of nature and art.

Cree-Metis author Julie Flett textured images of birds, flowers, art and landscapes bring vibrancy and warmth to this powerful story, which highlights the joys of intergenerational friendship and shared passions.

Includes a glossary and pronunciation guide to Cree words that appear in the text.

Julie Flett is a Cree–Métis author, illustrator, and artist who has received numerous awards for her books, including two Governor General’s Awards, the American Indian Library Association Award, and the TD Canadian Children’s Literature Award. Her books have been selected for Best of the Year lists by media outlets including The New York Times, The Washington Post, Publisher's Weekly, The Horn Book, The Boston Globe, School Library Journal, The Globe and Mail, and Kirkus Reviews.

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Julie Flett

Julie Flett is a Cree–Métis author, illustrator, and artist who has received numerous awards for her books, including two Governor General’s Awards, the American Indian Library Association Award, and the TD Canadian Children’s Literature Award. Her books have been selected for Best of the Year lists by media outlets including The New York Times, The Washington Post, Publisher's Weekly, The Horn Book, The Boston Globe, School Library Journal, The Globe and Mail, and Kirkus Reviews.

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