Seagull Big Book

by Danny Snell

'Seagull is a priceless way to combine poignant storytelling with stunning pictures and a heartfelt life lesson'

- Tania McCartney, Kids' Book Review



Seagull loves to fly. It makes her heart sing. But when she gets caught in a tangle of fishing line on the beach, Seagull can only watch as other birds fly effortlessly above. What can she do?



AWARDS

Winner - 2016 Wilderness Society Environment Award for Children's Literature - Picture Fiction

Genres: Picture Books

32 pages, Paperback

First published August 1, 2015

Reviews

[The Book Squirrel · Rating 5 out of 5]

Poor seagull gets tangled in fishing line and can no longer fly. A series of animals tries to help her but no one can untangle her. Then a kind, gentle boy comes to help.

Each animal and the boy can only loosen the line "a little", but collectively, it is enough. I really liked the descriptive words (nervous, kind, strong, determined) and the fact that although none of the animals could free her, the seagull thanked them all for their help.

Such a lovely story for children!

[Beth · Rating 5 out of 5]

Beautiful lyrical language. Expressive illustrations, using collage for real items found on the beach. Important environmental message, looking at a seagull becoming ensnared with a length of fishing line, from the seagull's point of view. Great to read aloud. Thoroughly recommended!!!

[Lara Bate · Rating 4 out of 5]

A seagull gets fishing line caught on its foot. In the end a boy saves the bird.

[Ella · Rating 4 out of 5]

A book about saving a seagull.

[El · Rating 5 out of 5]

I was going to rate this 4 stars but my 5 & 8 year olds insisted it is a 5

[Julie · Rating 3 out of 5]

The illustrations for this book are beautiful! While I enjoyed the merit in this story - its theme warns about the harmful effects of pollution on wildlife - I found its pacing could have been improved.

[Educateempower]

We see Seagulls around most places by the sea. The fly gracefully yet also hang around fish and chip devouring visitors! They can be a beauty to watch but also an annoyance when you want to eat.

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Seagull by Danny Snell brings to light a pertinent issue while linking in a bird that we all know of. Linking in this well – known bird allows the reader to make real connections to the plight of many birds and sea creatures who become tangled in the rubbish we leave behind on a daily basis.

Seagull by Danny Snell tells the tale of a seagull who become tangled in fishing wire and other rubbish. She seeks help from other animals who try to release her but cannot. However, as the day wears on the caring nature of a young boy is displayed and she can be freed – there is hope.

This is a gently written and beautifully illustrated story that allows for many conversations and lesson starters.

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[Nancy Valentino]

Beautifully illustrated, with some nice opportunities for discussion around topics of environment and asking for help.