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 Cher Ami : based on the World War I legend of the fearless pigeon
 Author: Potter, Melisande

 Publisher:  Little, Brown (2022)

 Dewey: 940.4
 Classification: Nonfiction
 Physical Description: [39] p., col. ill., 28 cm

 BTSB No: 727868 ISBN: 9780316335348
 Ages: 6-9 Grades: 1-4

 Subjects:
 Cher Ami (Pigeon)
 World War, 1914-1918 -- Communications
 Homing pigeons -- War use -- United States -- History -- 20th century

Price: $23.28

Summary:
A nonfiction picture book about the unforgettable Cher Ami, a heroic animal who changed WWI history forever.

 Illustrator: Potter, Giselle

Reviews:
   Kirkus Reviews (04/15/22)
   School Library Journal (06/01/22)
   Booklist (02/01/24)
 The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books (A) (00/05/22)
 The Hornbook (00/05/22)

Full Text Reviews:

School Library Journal - 06/01/2022 Gr 1–4—Cher Ami is a war hero who also happens to be a pigeon. With thoughtful illustrations and sensitive text, this work offers younger students a glimpse of what life was like for soldiers in World War I and the dangers they faced in the trenches. It's also a thorough history lesson, explaining the training methods for homing pigeons, entertaining readers with the mostly true story of a very brave pigeon, and the soldiers who loved her. With war as the backdrop, there is suspense that may be unsettling for some children, but students from about second grade on will adore the story of Cher Ami. The illustrations authentically convey the emotions of soldiers on the battlefield without being overly frightening. The author's notes are as interesting as the story itself, so remind readers not to skip those. VERDICT For animal lovers or budding historians, this book is sure to be a hit with young readers.—Darby Wallace - Copyright 2022 Publishers Weekly, Library Journal and/or School Library Journal used with permission.

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