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The Best Nest by P.D. Eastman

The Best Nest

Hardcover – Picture Book, July 12, 1968

P.D. Eastman

Random House Children's Books · Hardcover · July 12, 1968

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The ClassicsBeginner ReadersBird Storiesnature
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Who it’s for
A bird couple’s search for a better nest brings gentle humor to an easy early read.
Themes
Searching for a better nest
Genres
Bird Stories, Beginner Readers, The Classics

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About this book

In this charming P. D. Eastman classic, Mr. and Mrs. Bird's search for a "better" nest leads them to some peculiar spots. Beginner Books are fun, funny, and easy to read! Launched by Dr. Seuss in 1957 with the publication of The Cat in the Hat, this beloved early reader series motivates children to read on their own by using simple words with illustrations that give clues to their meaning.

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Featuring a combination of kid appeal, supportive vocabulary, and bright, cheerful art, Beginner Books will encourage a love of reading in children ages 3–7.

Nesting Detours

A bird couple’s search for a better nest brings gentle humor to an easy early read.

Come here for

  • A cheerful bird couple in peculiar nesting spots

Expect

  • Simple words and bright illustrations that offer reading clues

Where it sits

Beginner Readers77%
Bird Stories71%
The Classics42%

Percentages are BookFrontier’s reading of the book.

Publisher categories

  • Bird Stories
  • Values & Virtues
  • Beginner Readers
Authors
P.D. Eastman
Publisher
Random House Children's Books
Published
July 12, 1968
Format
Hardcover
Theme
Searching for a better nest
Reading lane
Bird Stories