Reviews

Alex the Parrot: No Ordinary Bird: A True Story by Meilo So, Stephanie Spinner

kaycerface's review

5.0

Cried as I read this one... At work... This is a great description of the scientific process, as well as the story of an amazing animal, and a special friendship. Alex was more than just his name: Avian Learning EXperiment. He was a friend; an intelligent being.

My personal experience with pets and animals in general places me in the school of thought shared by the scientists mentioned in this book. I loved it! Love the message...

frankisib's review

4.0

A really interesting story--good connection to the work of Jane Goodall, which I have always been fascinated with.

auntiel's review

4.0

A really neat animal book that would be a good promo one for common core.

jennifer60656's review

5.0

I love Alex the parrot (the actual bird). The book Alex the Parrot is beautifully illustrated and explained Pepperberg's work in animal communication thoroughly and simply, while letting "bossy" Alex's attitude, intelligence, and personality shine through.

booksandbosox's review

4.0

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beecheralyson's review

5.0

I really liked this non-fiction picture book about the research done on language and learning. It is definitely geared for older children. Lots of text (divided into chapters though still a picture book). I would probably recommend it for children grades 3 to 5.

himissjulie's review

5.0

I'm a Meilo So fangirl, so anything she illustrates I will pick up. This story is a longer read-aloud, but the pay-off is incredible. I read it to several upper elementary groups and they were spell bound. Pairs well with a booktalk of "Daisy to the Rescue."

WG Reading Day September 2015