The Flight of Mr. Finch

by Thomas Baas

Overview

Mr. Finch leads a quiet life with his best friend, a small red bird. Nothing very exciting ever happens to them, and that suits Mr. Finch just fine. Until one day when Mr. Finch’s one and only friend disappears! Worried, Mr. Finch heads off in search of the bird, right into the heart of a jungle that has recently invaded the city. Suddenly, Mr. Finch finds himself on an extraordinary journey that teaches him a lot about himself. Will this journey allow the two friends to take flight and finally find true happiness?

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781849765909
Publisher:	Tate Publishing
Publication date:	09/25/2018
Pages:	40
Product dimensions:	8.62(w) x 12.00(h) x 0.50(d)
Age Range:	3 Months to 18 Years

About the Author

Thomas Baas was born in Strasbourg, France, where he attended the College of Decorative Arts. He has illustrated many children’s books.

Editorial Reviews

"This illustrated tale of friendship and happiness will enchant and entertain."

Smallish Magazine

09/01/2018
PreS-Gr 2—Mr. Finch lives a quiet, but happy life in his apartment with his bird Pip. But when Pip stops singing, Mr. Finch starts to panic and buys a flower for the bird that's guaranteed to bring happiness. However, the flower grows dramatically into a jungle overnight, and he discovers that Pip is gone. Mr. Finch must now go on an adventure beyond his neighborhood for the first time to find his friend and his happiness. Though this story has been told before, Baas tells it with a strong focus on the relationship between the two, making it a genuine heartwarming experience. The journey Mr. Finch embarks upon feels as vast and wondrous as the jungle he explores, which creates a sense of deep investment in these simple characters. But what makes this truly special is the detailed and intricate artwork. The mostly green and red palette dramatically adds to the whimsy of the book, making it an unforgettable and vivid experience. VERDICT A heartwarming and lovely indie hit perfect for one-on-one and small group sharing.—Peter Blenski, Greenfield Public Library, WI

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