The illustrations were done combining watercolor painting with linoleum block printing

This delightful book helps children to begin taking steps towards independence and to feel the freedom to try new things and to take risks, all as a process of discovery and maturity. The book's message encourages readers to endeavor to "fly," to explore and to discover the world around them. It teaches children that we learn about ourselves, make new friends, and learn new lessons by expanding our horizons, testing our skills, and transcending our limitations. There are so many opportunities we might miss or new things about the world that we may never discover unless we search for them. "We'll never know if we don't try."

The illustrations were done combining watercolor painting with linoleum block printing through collage.

Safe in his nest the bird is deciding whether to try and fly. He gathers up his courage and takes off flying.

Sweet book about a young bird scared to leave the nest. If I never endeavor... what might I miss?

A bird who can bring himself to fly out of his comfy nest.