In an age of consumerism, this book tells the tale of a friendly family of blue avian alien birds that ends up learning there are other things that are much more important than ‘things.’ As Miss Capri says at the end: It’s easy to want to have all of the gizmos in the galaxy … Especially when there are so many clever things to play with. But please remember that shiny bright objects often fill a void in our lives that otherwise might be filled with good old fashioned LOVE!

The book reminds one of a classic cautionary Dr. Seuss tale combined with Shel Silverstein’s Sarah Cynthia Sylvia Stout, (who would not take the garbage out). The illustrator, Sneha Paradeshi, captures a fanciful cast of characters that include really cute reptillians, playful praying mantis, alongside greys and greens with antennas. The blue avian’s favorite toys are of course, a spaceship and a human baby doll!Perfect for someone who loves stories about outer space, UFOs, and Area 51. Guaranteed to make you smile every night you read it.

(Written in extra large type for Wise Eyes!)