by Jenn Larson (Author), Polona Lovsin (Illustrator)
A Story About Having the Courage to DREAM BIG!
In Songbird, author Jenn Larson encourages kids to believe in their dreams--even when no one else does. With delightful illustrations and an inspiring message, this book shows kids what it looks like to set a goal and work hard to reach it.
While most birds dream of being seed gatherers or nest builders, Sydney Sparrow has a dream that is a little bit out of the ordinary. She wants to be a great conductor with the New York Philharmonic Orchestra! But when the other birds start questioning her dream, Sydney wonders if she has set her sights too high.
With a little courage and determination--and a whole lot of practice - can Sydney Sparrow turn her dream into a reality?
Author Biography
Jenn Larson is the middle child and only daughter of two former school teachers. She has a Bachelor's in Psychology and a Master's in Curriculum and Instruction, and over 20 years experience as an elementary school teacher. She shares teaching ideas and activities for busy teachers and resources for upper elementary students as The Teacher Next Door (www.the-teachernext-door.com).
Jenn is also a mom of two kids and three rescue cats. As an author, Jenn hopes to inspire children to have a love of learning and a passion for reading. She is excited to share her work with you!
Ponlona Lovsin grew up on her grandparents' farm in Slovenia. Her dad gave her colored pencils and paints as a child, and she went on to study at the Academy of Fine Arts in Ljubljana, Slovenia, before beginning her career as an illustrator.