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St. Francis and the proud crow
By Watts, Bernadette
Publishers Summary:
- ISBN
- 978-0-53105-758-2
- Publisher
- New York : Orchard Books, 1988, c1987.
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School Library Journal
Reviewed on November 1, 1988
K-Gr 2 In this fable a wild crow envies the snug, sheltered life of a caged canary and begs St. Francis for a golden cage of his own. The saint obliges. The crow is pleased with his new home until he tries to fly and bumps his wings against the bars. The other birds laugh. Pitying him, a tiny sparrow volunteers to take his place. Having learned to prize his freedom, the crow soars away joyfully, giving thanks to the ...Log In or Sign Up to Read More
