You Are a Robin!
written by Laurie Ann Thompson
illustrated by Jay Fleck
Dial Books, March 2024
ISBN: 978–0593529751
32 pages, ages 2 to 5
Other Books in this Series
The third in the adorable, STEM nonfiction picture book series that encourages very young readers to learn—through gentle interactivity and play—about the animals who share their world
Flit, flap, flutter! You might have seen a robin flying overhead or heard one singing in the trees. Did you know that robins tidy themselves up, teach their babies to find food, and are almost fully grown in just two weeks? From birth to first flutter and beyond, discover all that goes into being a robin in this charming picture book, the third in the Meet Your World series.
This playful and informative series invites you to take a closer look at the amazing animals that live right alongside you in rural, suburban, and urban landscapes across North America. In each book, words and art inspire you to act out animal actions that are not so different from your own habits. And robust backmatter offers even more facts and fun. From the animals’ families and foods to their environments and behaviors, let’s meet your world!
Activities
- FREE Education Guide and Activity Kit, including a raccoon craft, point of view essay, and story sequencing activity! (CCSS and NGSS aligned for grades PK‑2)
- FREE You Are a Robin! downloadable coloring page
Reviews
The engaging, second-person narrative provides intriguing facts without becoming too detailed, while further information and a basic glossary appear in the back matter. With bright, lively illustrations, here’s an inviting introduction to robins, one of North America’s most familiar birds. –Booklist