Kid Review: Clever Crow by Chris Butterworth

 

 

About This Book:

For young bird-watchers and enthusiasts of the natural world comes a beautiful, eye-opening picture book about the familiar but ever-surprising crow.

 

Crows may not have flashy feathers, beautiful songs, or fancy flying skills, but if a crow looks at you with its small, round eye, you can be sure that it’s thinking, as these birds have very big brains. Did you know that crows will use a stick to poke into a crevice to tease out tasty bugs? Or that they like to play like kids by tumbling down a snowy roof? Or that they remember where they hide their food—but sometimes only pretend to bury a treat to fool other birds? Original and accessible, with Chris Butterworth’s welcoming text and gorgeous, expressive artwork from Olivia Lomenech Gill, Clever Crow is sure to generate newfound respect for these unassuming creatures that young readers come across every day.

 

*Review Contributed By Cherokee Crum, Staff Reviewer*

Stark and Striking

Clever Crow is an informational read that would be great for young people with an interest in birds or the natural world.

Chris Butterworth has gathered some fascinating facts about crows, presenting them in an entirely accessible, almost story-like style giving readers the opportunity to look closely at this creature, seeing how they interact with the world around them. The text is clear, encouraging, and assessable (in several different sizes), giving just enough information to tempt the reader to learn more on their own.

I am in love with Olivia Lomenech Gill’s illustrations. They’ve got an almost watercolor look to them and capture movement well. My children loved the spread with the crows sliding down the snowy roof!

Clever Crow is a nice gift to do to young nature lovers, but also to crows (and corvids) lovers who would want to enjoy the illustrations.

 

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