Kevin Chong

Barnaby is a fluffy little juvenile blue jay with a very big problem: he is a ground bird who is terrified of heights. While the other birds zoom through the sunbeams of the Whispering Woods, Barnaby keeps his tiny blue claws firmly planted in the safe, soft dirt. But when a sudden roaring gust of wind steals his best friend Pip's favorite shiny red ribbon charm and blows it deep into the terrifying Shadow Log, Barnaby faces an impossible choice.
To save the day for his tiny hummingbird friend, Barnaby must step away from the bright sunshine and venture into the cool, dark unknown. Inside the log, every shadow plays tricks and a mysterious, rhythmic tap-tap-tap echoes from the deepest corners. Along the way, Barnaby meets a giant, sleepy Pileated Woodpecker who shares a life-changing secret about what it truly means to be brave. Barnaby's Brave Wing is a beautifully paced, atmospheric eight-chapter story that gently teaches young readers that true bravery isn't about never being afraid.
It is about taking a deep breath and moving forward anyway to help the ones you love. Perfect for early readers, classroom read-alouds, and cozy bedtime stories.