• Age: 5 to 7
• Grade: 1
• Reading age: 5 to 7

Saila the seal wishes he could fly. But his friend Betty the bird helps him learn that he is special in his own way!
This fun animal story teaches children the value of being yourself. The simple storyline and supportive illustrations make it a perfect choice for kids who are beginning to read longer stories on their own.

Christina Rooney is passionate about books and early childhood learning. She lives and runs a home daycare in Iqaluit and has learned that the best way to teach children is through stories! A mother of two young children, her favourite time of the day is bedtime when her children ask for a story "from your head".

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Ali Hinch has worked as a full-time illustrator in educational children’s literature since getting her degree in illustration from Sheridan College. She’s had the opportunity to work on a variety of unique projects outside of book illustration ranging from designing puppet concepts and assisting on set building to working with musicians and artists to design CDs and promotions. Currently living in Toronto, she spends a lot of time drinking iced coffee and making new dog friends.

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