Spit & Sticks: A Chimney Full of Swifts

Succinct and factual text follows chimney swifts as they arrive on a Texas farm, build their nest, lay eggs, ready for fledglings to take flight, and eventually prepare to migrate back to South America. In a parallel, wordless story, a mom, dad, and young girl on the farm watch the chimney swifts throughout the summer and fall, even as they build a new crib and ready for the new baby they're expecting. As they enjoy their baby's first months, they also celebrate the fledglings' first flight and bid the birds good-bye until next year.Nicole Gsell's soft illustrations follow the tales of both families—bird and human—from each unique perspective.A beautiful addition to bird lovers' collections, as well as classrooms and libraries. Read more