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This triumphant story about a nervous hummingbird who faces his fears of migrating will remind readers that even the biggest challenges can be overcome through perseverance, courage, and self-confidence. This triumphant story about a nervous hummingbird who faces his fears of migrating will remind readers that even the biggest challenges can be overcome through perseverance, courage, and self-confidence. Hummingbirds love summertime, flying and having fun! But when the days get shorter and the nights get cooler, that means one thing - the big trip is coming. All the hummingbirds are talking about the big trip...except for one who can't help but worry. While his friends are busy preparing for the journey, this little hummingbird is too anxious. All he can think about are the long days flying alone. What if I get lost? What if my wings get too tired to flap? Will I be able to find my winter home? he wonders. Luckily, his friends are there to reassure him, letting him know that he CAN do it-he has done it before! But when the day finally arrives, the hummingbird has a choice to make- will he stay, or will he spread his wings and fly south? Young readers will find reassurance in this jubilant story, told in first person, about working through fears that seem impossible. Cheer on this little hummingbird as he discovers that, with patience and encouragement, even the tiniest creatures can overcome big challenges!

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★ ""The reluctant traveler’s journey from anxious to confident forms the heart of this sensitive, science-led story, and the final arrival at “home, sweet winter home” offers an ample sense of accomplishment and relief."" —Publishers Weekly, starred review ""Kids who feel a bit of anxiety as they return to school each year—or who must confront other life changes on their own—will appreciate this one.....Flitting and flying with a confidence that its hero initially lacks, this small tale soars."" —Kirkus Reviews ""A heartwarming and informative story reassuring children that even the smallest creatures can overcome big challenges."" —School Library Journal ""An accessible, inviting book for young readers who are working through their fears during the big moments in their lives....The hummingbird’s story demonstrates to readers that there is no shame in asking for help to soar beyond a challenge."" —The Bulletin

★ ""The reluctant traveler’s journey from anxious to confident forms the heart of this sensitive, science-led story, and the final arrival at “home, sweet winter home” offers an ample sense of accomplishment and relief."" —Publishers Weekly, starred review ""Kids who feel a bit of anxiety as they return to school each year—or who must confront other life changes on their own—will appreciate this one.....Flitting and flying with a confidence that its hero initially lacks, this small tale soars."" —Kirkus Reviews ""A heartwarming and informative story reassuring children that even the smallest creatures can overcome big challenges."" —School Library Journal

★ ""The reluctant traveler’s journey from anxious to confident forms the heart of this sensitive, science-led story, and the final arrival at “home, sweet winter home” offers an ample sense of accomplishment and relief."" —Publishers Weekly, starred review ""Kids who feel a bit of anxiety as they return to school each year—or who must confront other life changes on their own—will appreciate this one.....Flitting and flying with a confidence that its hero initially lacks, this small tale soars."" —Kirkus Reviews

Author Information

G. Brian Karas is the prolific, versatile, and award-winning illustrator of many books for children, including the beloved Mr. Tiffin's Classroom series; A Hat for Mrs. Goldman, which received three starred reviews; and Are You Going to Be Good?, a New York Times Best Illustrated Children's Book of the Year. He is also the author-illustrator of books including Home on the Bayou, a Boston Globe-Horn Book Honor Book. He lives in the Hudson Valley of New York.

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