Big Blue

By Vanita Oelschlager

With childhood obesity an increasing epidemic, Big Blue addresses the topic by introducing Blue, the bird, and the unfavorable results of his actions. When Big Blue forgoes daily tasks preferring to eat and nap day after day, he becomes too heavy to fly south with the flock. As the winter approaches, Big Blue works hard to survive, resulting in a stronger and healthier Big Blue! Hardcover, 32 pages. Ages 4-8.