 | Sparrow Author: Tebo, Mary | |
| Price: $14.24 | ||
Summary:
One day, Sparrow wakes up feeling different. Her world is on the brink of change and she knows that she must prepare. As she flies from one familiar corner of her life to the other-from the fruit stand to the top of the belltower-she searches far and wide for the thing that will help her embrace whatever tomorrow may bring.
Reviews:
School Library Journal (+) (08/01/25)
Booklist (08/01/25)
The Hornbook (00/09/25)
Full Text Reviews:
Booklist - 08/01/2025 Sparrow is used to life in Jerusalem, having made her home in a crevice of the Western Wall. But then, one morning, something feels different, and she’s driven by a need to seek out something special. She goes about, trying to ascertain exactly what she’s looking for. It’s not until she returns to the wall that she notices bits of paper fluttering in the breeze and realizes she has found what she needs. Sparrow constructs a cozy nest and finally understands that the strange feeling was the imminent arrival of a perfect egg: “Sparrow does not know what it is, but she knows it is wonderful. Sparrow knows it is filled with . . . hope.” The tender tale is a perfect antidote for anxious times, with its quiet optimism and soothing text. Stunning watercolor illustrations appealingly portray intimate interiors, everyday occurrences, and sweeping views of Jerusalem. An endnote offers additional information about the setting and inspiration. A poignant portrayal of a small life in a big city and the hope that resides in them both. - Copyright 2025 Booklist.
