Mel Fell by Corey R. Tabor 🟊🟊🟊🟊🟊

“Mel Fell” is one of the most entertaining picture book books I have shared with my grandchildren. When Mel, a young kingfisher’s mother is away, she decided it was time to learn to fly. Even though she is scared that does not stop the gutsy bird. As she jumps off her tree branch, she tells her siblings, “See you soon!”. As Mel is plunging down to the ground all the residents in the tree try to help her from crashing. Just as you think things are going to end in a terrible mishap, there is a surprise that will thrill the reader.

This is a feel-good book that teaches new experiences don’t need to be scary. When Mel challenges herself and has confidence that she can fly, the can-do attitude makes it happen. Not only is the message in the story uplifting but the presentation is clever and engaging. My 5-year-old granddaughter gave this book 5 stars. Mel Fell is a Caldecott Honor Award winner for 2022.

Fun Activity: Go outside and try to find a bird’s nest, then think about if you were a bird how you would feel the first time you left the nest. Go to the Barnes and Noble website and find the worksheets for Mel Fell. https://dispatch.barnesandnoble.com/content/dam/ccr/h/bn-storytime/2021/3-20-Mel-Fell.pdf

Published In: 2021
Publisher: Blazer & Bray
Age Level: 2-6
AR Level: 1.4
Pages: 40
Stars: 5
Awards: Caldecott Honor Book, and ALA Notable Book of the Year