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Kozo the Sparrow

Kozo the Sparrow

Published in
2023
4.19
on Goodreads (153)

Description

Caldecott Medalist Allen Say's tale of a young boy who saves a baby bird from the local bullies is filled with compassion and empathy. Based on a true story and gorgeously illustrated, this story from an iconic picture book creator is not to be missed. A young boy sees a baby bird quivering in the hands of a neighborhood bully. Suddenly, he wants the orphan sparrow more than anything. He trades all his treasures for the bird and calls it Kozo, Little Boy. But how will he keep Kozo alive? In this painted album of memory, eight-year-old Allen Say talks about the best friend he made in his childhood.
Age
4-8
Text complexity
developing
Length
40 pages
Book in series
#2

Why to read

  • Captivating animal characters
  • Beautiful illustrations
  • Insight into Japanese culture
  • Themes of self-discovery and resilience