Riki's Birdhouse

Description:

Riki builds a birdhouse for the beautiful birds in his garden. When spring comes, bluebirds move in and soon there are eggs and babies. Through the seasons, Riki learns about his avian friends. Perfect introduction to the joy of birdwatching.

Brief description: Monica Wellington was born in London and lived in Switzerland and Germany as a child. She has written and illustrated many books for young children, including Apple Farmer Annie, Zinnia's Flower Garden, Crepes by Suzette, and Mr. Cookie Baker. She now lives in New York City. Some of her favorite things are: making desserts, eating chocolate, traveling to France, going to the ballet, and reading a book with her cat. She teaches at the School of Visual Arts.

Review Quotes:

"Riki's passion for birds is evident, and likely to be contagious... He is a diligent bird watcher who does all he can to attract and keep birds in his yard through all the seasons-from building a bluebird house and making his own bird food to putting out nest-building materials and growing sunflowers... Decorative frames surround the text, reinforcing the topic and adding more information-readers get a glimpse of Riki's journal pages, identify some of the birds in his yard and learn how a bird develops inside an egg. Backmatter includes instructions for building and installing a birdhouse, a recipe for bird-food cupcakes and information about birdbaths, feeders and bluebirds. Bird lovers with young children and aspiring bird watchers are sure to want to emulate Riki." - Kirkus Reviews