"Bird" by Angela Johnson follows the life of a young girl named Bird, who is navigating the complexities of adolescence while grappling with the loss of her mother. She is deeply affected by the absence, feeling both disconnected and searching for a sense of belonging. Throughout the story, Bird finds solace in her friendships, the support of her community, and the personal growth that comes from her experiences. As she learns to embrace her identity and confront her feelings of grief, Bird embarks on a journey of self-discovery, ultimately finding hope and a renewed sense of connection to those around her. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is the winner of numerous awards

This book has been graded for interest at 8-12 years.

This book was published in 2009 by Books on Tape .

Angela Johnson was born in Tuskegee, Alabama, but raised in Windham, Ohio; the only girl in a family of five. She now lives in Northeastern Ohio in a hundred year old house full of plants. When not writing she travels. On one of her trips to the California desert the inspiration for her first novel, Toning the Sweep came about.