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HOW WILL GILBERT FIND HIS WAY SOUTH?
Gilbert is a Sanderling chick who hatched high in the Arctic tundra. Now, he must find his way south for the winter where warm weather and plentiful food await. Join Gilbert as he teams up with two other young Sanderlings to embark on an amazing journey of over 4,000 miles. The trip is not easy! They must deal with hurricanes, hungry falcons, and confusing city lights. But as Gilbert helps his friends navigate each obstacle, he gains the skills and confidence he needs to succeed. Curious readers will learn all about shorebirds, their incredible migrations, and how we can help protect these fascinating birds.
 
WHAT’S INSIDE THE BOOK?
Gilbert's Migration Vacation is truly a unique picture book that teaches children about the common shorebirds that they can see on beaches up and down the Atlantic and Gulf coasts of the United States. The book is designed to give children an appreciation for the amazing migrations that these small birds make and ignite a desire to protect them. The main character, Gilbert, is also a role model for meeting challenges head on, learning from your mistakes, and becoming stronger as a result. Written in the hybrid style of Susan’s first three books – an engaging fictional story supplemented by fact boxes – Gilbert is fast paced, entertaining, yet full of information. In the back, there is a glossary of terms, profiles of additional shorebirds, and tips on what we can do to protect migrating birds. 
 
 
 
 About the Author

 
Susan Sachs Levine 
Susan now lives in Naples, Florida, where she is enchanted by the wildlife, particularly the birds. She is a Florida Master Naturalist and excited to share all that she has learned with children through her recent new works. Jenny’s First Catch: An Adventure with Nature’s Wading Birds was published in 2020 and follows a young Roseate Spoonbill as she tries to learn how to fish with her unique bill. Now in Gilbert’s Migration Vacation: The Story of an Original Snowbird, children learn about Sanderlings, as well as other shorebirds, and the amazing migrations they make between their breeding and wintering grounds.
In all her books, Susan blends her interest in wildlife with her imaginative storytelling to entertain and teach young children, while being a great resource for teachers and parents.