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The High Sky Fliers follows the adventures of young birds at the High Sky Fliers Academy, learning about life and the art of flight. What was the inspiration for your story?
The inspiration for “The High Sky Fliers” was the theme of the story itself. The theme is that it can be sometimes daunting when we are working towards aspirational goals. The story intends to break this challenge down and show the young readers that learning, listening, focus, and dedication can help you reach difficult goals in life. When we think of possibilities, goals, and successes, we think of the sky as the limit. Hence, this story was written with the bird family, as birds fly and soar into the sky with an innate ability, just like the way we advance in our lives towards our aspirational goals. You can read “The High Sky Fliers” for free on the pearsprouts website (https://www.pearsprouts.com/free-stories/the-high-sky-fliers).
I enjoyed the character of Jet Hawk. He challenges the young birds and offers them the support they need to reach their goals. Was Jet Hawk based on anyone in your own life?
Growing up as a child, I was fortunate to have studied with teachers and mentors who were encouraging, supportive and were great role models. So depicting those great qualities in the character of Jet Hawk was a natural outcome of my experiences as a student.
What were some educational aspects that were important for you to include in this children’s book?
Life could be a little bit of a stretch when working towards high aspirational goals. The key to success is to keep working towards them in a dedicated way without giving up just like what the great archers do. When they take aim, their focus and aim is only on one thing – the target.
What is the next book that you are working on, and when will it be available?
I am working on my next book “The Life of an Inchworm” which is an interesting story about the Sun and an Inchworm, who is a non-stop eater. One day, the Sun comes out and is not able to find the Inchworm anywhere. What happened to the Inchworm? Will the Sun ever be able to see him again? The Sun ends up learning an invaluable lesson at the end and so will the young readers with this wonderful story. This story will be published within a couple of months for free on the pearsprouts website for children to enjoy.
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The High Sky Fliers
Priya Ramesh’s The High Sky Fliers is a charming and instructive contribution to children’s literature, seamlessly blending entertainment with educational themes. Set against the backdrop of a bird family’s life, this book follows the adventures of young birds at the High Sky Fliers Academy, learning about life and the art of flight. The story unfolds with the soothing imagery of a mother bird’s sunrise ritual, establishing an atmosphere of familial affection and care. As the narrative shifts to the fledglings’ day at the academy, readers are introduced to the significance of routine and learning.
The character of Jet Hawk, the academy’s instructor, is particularly noteworthy. He is depicted with a balance of expertise and wisdom, serving as an exemplary figure for the fledglings and the book’s youthful audience. Ramesh excels in integrating essential values such as diligence, discipline, and aspiration into the storyline. The portrayal of the young birds as enthusiastic learners reflects the innate curiosity and zeal of children. The graduation ceremony, a pivotal moment in the book, symbolizes not just achievement but the celebration of reaching important milestones, a concept that appeals to young readers. Part of the Pear Sprouts series, this book is designed to stimulate and engage young minds. Ramesh’s storytelling, a fusion of enjoyable narratives with educational components, is consistent throughout. The illustrations are a delightful complement, enriching the narrative with visual stimulation.
Targeted at both children and parents, The High Sky Fliers is an exploration of learning and personal growth, emphasizing the significance of pursuing dreams and the role of familial support in realizing them. Captivating and educational, this book promises to leave its readers both inspired and more informed about their surroundings.
Pages: 12 | ISBN: 978-2-2775-3936-0
Curiosity And Imagination
The Big Red Bird Feeder follows a young girl interested in birdwatching who wants to solve the mystery of what is happening to the food she puts out every night. What was the inspiration for this children’s mystery story?
This story was inspired by Nature – the happenings in my own backyard. It was a fun and amusing experience to see the bird food disappear faster than what I expected. The sequence of happenings eventually led to crafting the idea behind The Big Red Bird Feeder children’s story book.
Are you a birdwatcher? If so, how did you get interested in this hobby, and at what age?
Even though I am not a dedicated bird watcher, I have always been interested in bird watching from a very young age. For this reason, we have had a bird feeder and hummingbird feeder in our backyard. It is so delightful to watch them peck at the bird feeder or build a nest in my house on the top of the pillars.
What were some educational aspects that were important for you to include in this children’s book?
This story book intends to be a delightful read for young children who are learning how to read. I wanted to spark their curiosity and imagination and reinforce the belief that they can solve any problem or challenge when they put their minds to work.
What is the next book that you are working, on and when will it be available?
I have a story outline in the draft stage: a children’s fantasy story book about what young birds can do with the power of listening and learning.
I am working on the book and would like to publish it by the year 2024-25.
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Read this book with your child to instill a lifelong love of reading or promote independent reading skills and a sense of discovery by encouraging them to read on their own.
This addition to the Reader Sprout Series is sure to become an instant classic in your home with beautiful illustrations, an exciting storyline, and a mystery that’ll delight young readers everywhere to solve. This book also makes a great gift!
The Big Red Bird Feeder
Emma is an avid bird-watcher. She is laser-focused on the big red bird feeder in her backyard. She even has a bird-watching station ready to go so she can monitor the comings and goings at her feeder. Emma has noticed a pattern though. Almost as soon as the feeder is filled with delicious berries and grains, it all disappears. She is more than determined to discover exactly what is happening to the food she leaves for the birds. When she makes the decision to implement a night-vision camcorder, she soon discovers who is responsible for taking the birds’ treats!
The Big Red Bird Feeder, by Priya Ramesh, is a lovely children’s book with a hint of mystery. Ramesh’s main character Emma is set on keeping an eye on her bird feeder and figuring out how the bird food keeps disappearing soon after the feeder is filled. The illustrations in Ramesh’s book are soft, comforting, and spark the imagination. There is a certain soothing element to the drawings that support this sweet story.
I highly recommend The Big Red Bird Feeder by Priya Ramesh. Young readers will love the suspense associated with Emma’s mission in this quick read. They will enjoy making guesses as to the culprit’s identity. As a teacher and writer myself, I especially liked the way in which Ramesh chose to reveal the suspect’s identity. To the very end, The Big Red Bird Feeder, is a fun story with a twist elementary students will appreciate.
Pages: 25 | ASIN : B0C5FRJ5DY
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