Maria Gianferrari
Illustrated by
Brian Floca
Flap Copy Description:
In the companion to Coyote Moon, follow a red-tailed hawk in his hunt to feed his family in this picture book, from Maria Gianferrari (Coyote Moon) and illustrated by Brian Floca. Complete with back matter containing more information about how hawks hunt, nest, and raise families, as well as further sources.
Early morning and a ruffle of feathers,
A shadow gliding through the backyard.
High above your house Father Hawk circles, sharp eyes searching for prey. From the front porch, you watch.
Swoosh!
He dives after chipmunks, crows, sparrows, squirrels.
Screech!
The sun sets low in the sky. What’s for dinner?
My Thoughts:
Since I love to watch the hawks & eagles near my home, I was anxious to read Hawk Rising by Ms. Gianferrari. I was not disappointed! This beautiful picture book - with exquisite illustrations by Brian Floca - will engage little children and encourage them to get out into nature. (One scene in the book shows Father Hawk grabbing a squirrel, and later carrying it away. Parents should read that portion prior to reading the book to their very young children to determine if it's appropriate.) I highly recommend Hawk Rising to readers aged five to seven.
Click here to learn about author, Maria Gianferrari.
Click here to learn about illustrator, Brian Floca.
