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Chapter Book · ages 7–10

My Dad's a Birdman

by David Almond · illustrated by Polly Dunbar

First published in 2007, My Dad's a Birdman is a chapter book by David Almond for children aged 7 to 10. It is illustrated by Polly Dunbar. Its themes include family, wonder and imagination.

Best forAges 7–10
Age 7Age 8Age 9Age 10
FormatChapter Book
First published2007
ThemesFamily, Wonder, Imagination
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My Dad's a Birdman sits in this library as a chapter book with a clear age fit and memorable themes. For families browsing by age, it belongs with books for children aged 7 to 10; for families browsing by values, it connects especially well with family, wonder and imagination.

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