Books like Charlie's Raven by Jean Craighead George
Charlie, eager to help his ailing grandfather, is intrigued by his friend Singing Bird’s tale of ravens’ healing abilities. Suspecting a raven may cure his grandfather, Charlie secretly takes a newly hatched raven from its nest. His Granddad, a retired naturalist, supports the boy’s quest by encouraging careful observation and study of the bird’s effect on people. Together, they discover the mysteries of nature and the bonds that unite human and animal alike.
First publish date: 2004
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Jean Craighead George
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