My Story by Francis the Bird

By Carla C. Cain

On a bright and promising spring morning, a newborn sparrow is found, fallen from his nest. The infant, fragile yet spirited, is rescued and raised by "one of the giant things that have wings but... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0971708800
• ISBN13: 9780971708808
• Release Date: December 2003
• Publisher: F.S. Press
• Length: 16 Pages
• Weight: 0.80 lbs.
• Dimensions: 10.0" x 0.3" x 8.0"

Customer Reviews

Told from the little bird's point of view

My Story By Francis The Bird is the true story of a baby sparrow who fell from his nest, and received care from the human girl who found him until he was ready to fly. Told from the little bird's point of view, My Story By Francis The Bird features a full color photograph on every page, showing the sparrow's transformation from a pink, fleshy baby to a fully fledged adult. A heartwarming story of care, tenderness, and hope, My Story By Francis The Bird is very highly recommended reading for children preschool through first grade.

A tribute to love and the many rewards that it can bring.

A tribute to love and the many rewards that it can bring.Reviewed by: Tyrone Vincent Banks of Betsie's Literary PageMarch 10, 2004Francis is a fragile baby sparrow that fell from his nest on a spring morning. Through beautiful color photographs, we watch first hand the passage of time beginning with Francis's arrival into the author's life. We watch the small sparrow grow until he "leaves the human's nest." This book serves as a reminder that every creature, human or nonhuman, can flourish and grow with love.It is obvious that the author remained patient and nurturing as the photographs were taken. These color photographs of the small bird against a soft satin-like background highlight this book's simplicity. I read this one to my 6-year-old daughter last night and many children will echo her words. As I closed the book she asked me, "Daddy, can I bring this to show and tell?"Excellent job Francis! Tell your assistant Carla C. Cain that we look forward to hearing from you both again! Thank you for reminding me of how one simple, loving action can enhance the lives of the person giving and receiving this wonderful emotion.Tyrone Vincent Banks of Betsie's Literary Page

What a unique book!!!

I have never seen a children's book like this before! Rather than illustrations, this book tells the story with photographs! My kids and I love to see the transformation of a featherless infant bird into a young adult. It is both an entertaining and educational book with a very touching ending. I would recommend this book to anyone any age; it appeals to both young and old. There is also a lot to see on the book's website. Lots of pictures on this site.

This book gets 5 stars!

I thought this was such a neat book! The pictures were great and had very vivid detail. And I was amazed how the story went along so well with the photographs! I loved this book so much I gave it to all my nieces and nephews for Christmas. I give this book five stars and recommed it to everyone!

This story will appeal to everyone

Francis will take the reader on a journey from fledgling to adulthood. It is thoughtfully written with humor and sensitivity, and will be a book that children will ask to read over and over again. Grownups, too, will find much to treasure in this true story of life's struggles and triumphs, accented by photographs of Francis as he tells his story.