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George Flies South
written and illustrated by Simon James
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2011
Publisher: Candlewick
ISBN: 978-07636-5724-6
Keywords: Birds
Baby bird George is afraid to leave the nest despite his mother's urgings that it is time to fly south, until a gust of wind sends the nest airborne and George discovers the pleasures of flight. Amusingly detailed ink and watercolor illustrations.