It's My Bird-Day! by Mo Willems

It's time for a little fun, and today's read promises to pack tons of that. This should be a picture book of few words (I believe), and the illustrations should hold much of the silliness. Well, if it's silly. Honestly, I'm just assuming it is. Either way, I'm expecting tons of smiles.

So, let's open this one up and see what it holds!

IT'S MY BIRD-DAY!

by Mo Willems

Union Square Kids

Picture Book

40 pages

ages 3 to 5

COMING MARCH 31th!!!

From #1 New York Times bestselling, award-winning author and illustrator Mo Willems, comes the highly anticipated annual event, The Pigeon’s BIRD-DAY!
 
The Pigeon has the hat. And the hot dog cake! He is ready for the presents! But ... do YOU think The Pigeon can handle his BIG bird-day surprise!?!
 
Get ready for a very special birthday celebration from three-time Caldecott honoree Mo Willems.

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With a little silliness and the struggles of getting past disappointments, this is a book to enjoy with characters to want to see again.

It's Pigeon's bird-day, and he can't wait to celebrate with a candle in his hotdog, presents, and so much more. When he heads to blow out the candle, he's shocked to find that someone already blew it out...and that's not all. Soon, Pigeon's very special bird-day isn't so special after all. Or maybe, it is if he's able to wrap his head around something new.

This is a bright and boldly made picture book. The illustrations are very simple, and that's all which is needed to bring every moment across with the needed emotion and fun. Pigeon's excitement is contagious and his disappointment understandable. After all, his whole happiness smashes against a change he didn't expect. Readers/listeners will have no problem understanding Pigeon's predicament, but they'll also realize the possibilities the change can bring. In other words, there's a lovely message about growth, friendship, and sharing wrapped inside.

For all things, this book keeps fun high. Every situation hits with a touch of over-the-top emotions and a hum of humor to guarantee smiles the entire time. Even when Pigeon's mood takes a nose-dive, the drama keeps the situation light and enjoyable...while still making it clear what's going on. It creates a grabbing, quick-paced, and enjoyable read, and will have readers/listeners wondering what situations Pigeon might experience next. So, I do hope there are more to come.

And here he is...

Mo Willems is a number one New York Times bestselling author and illustrator. He has been awarded three Caldecott Honors and an Eisner Award for his picture books, and two Theodor Seuss Geisel Medals and five Geisel Honors for his celebrated ELEPHANT & PIGGIE early readers. His debut picture book, Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus! was inducted into the Picture Book Hall of Fame. Mo began his career as a writer and animator on Sesame Street, where he garnered six Emmy Awards. Mo is the cofounder of Hidden Pigeon Company, established in 2023 to extend the reach of Mo Willems characters and stories across multiple platforms.