It's My Bird-Day!
Mo Willems
- Published
- 2026
Content report card
What's inside
Violence
Fighting, weapons, death
Language
Swearing, crude humor
Sexual content
Romance intensity, nudity
LGBTQ+ themes
Presence of characters or themes
Scary or mature
Horror, trauma, heavy themes
Substance use
Alcohol, drugs, smoking
What it offers
Positive messages
Kindness, courage, honesty, resilience
Positive role models
Characters who model good judgment and growth
Educational value
History, science, culture, how the world works
A note for parents
This is a classic Mo Willems picture book featuring his beloved Pigeon character celebrating a birthday—a joyful, age-appropriate story with no concerning content. The book emphasizes celebration, anticipation, and fun through Willems' signature simple illustrations and engaging question-to-reader format. It's designed for early readers and preschoolers, with positive messages about special occasions and the excitement of surprises. Parents can confidently share this with young children as part of the delightful Pigeon series.
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The Pigeon has the hat. And the hot dog cake! He is ready for the presents! But . . . do YOU think The Pigeon can handle his BIG bird-day surprise!?! Get ready for a very special birthday celebration from three-time Caldecott honoree Mo Willems. The Pigeon has the hat. And the hot dog cake! He is ready for the presents! But . . . do YOU think The Pigeon can handle his BIG bird-day surprise!?! Get ready for a very special birthday celebration from three-time Caldecott honoree Mo Willems.
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- Juvenile Fiction
ISBN 9781454999621 · Union Square Kids