THERE IS A BIRD ON YOUR HEAD! by Mo Willems

When Piggie tells Elephant that there is a bird on his head, Elephant becomes consumed with getting rid of the bird. One bird eventually turns into two, followed by a nest, eggs, and three baby birds. After much ranting and raving by Elephant, Piggie suggests that Elephant simply ask the birds to go somewhere else. When Elephant does so, the birds move on to roost on Piggie’s head.

Students will enjoy the humor and simplicity of this story. It is part of the “Elephant and Piggies” series, so children will delight in the familiar characters and amusing outcome. I enjoyed the story and would really enjoy reading it aloud to my students.