How Starling Got His Speckles

In this thrilling original fable, a young starling learns the value of community when a hawk comes hunting.
“Pride nearly leads to a fall for a standoffish starling” – Kirkus Reviews

How do starlings get their speckles-- and why do they dance together in the sky? Star the starling wants to sing all by himself so that everyone will look at his beautiful feathers . but when a hawk comes hunting, Star discovers that there’s more strength and power in community than in being alone.

• Explores the science behind starling murmurations in a kid-friendly way
• Encourages friendship and teamwork
• Includes endnotes with fun facts about starlings

Contributor: Antonio Boffa (Illustrated by)

Illustrator: Antonio Boffa

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