Real Pigeons Flap Out

Real Pigeons Flap Out is the next high-flying instalment in the hilarious, action-packed Real Pigeons series. Ever wondered why pigeons act so weird? It's because they're not just your average birds-they're undercover crime fighters! In this wild adventure, chaos reigns as lunches disappear from tummies, a mysterious look-alike pigeon stirs trouble, and a rogue dove wreaks havoc across the city. The fearless flock will need every one of their quirky skills to face these bizarre challenges. But when feathers fly and loyalties are tested, will the Real Pigeons stick together? Or is someone ready to fly the coop for good? Bursting with clever humour, cartoon illustrations, and heart, this story is perfect for reluctant readers and lovers of quirky, comic-style fiction. The series blends mystery, teamwork, and zany imagination to engage middle primary readers while subtly teaching problem-solving and cooperation.

Educational Benefits:

• Promotes reading for pleasure through humour and visual storytelling.
• Encourages creative thinking and inference with its mystery-driven plot.
• Supports vocabulary development with expressive dialogue and puns.
• Builds understanding of narrative structure and character development.

Classroom Ideas:

• Have students create their own animal superhero and write a short story.
• Use the mystery elements to teach sequencing and prediction skills.
• Illustrate comic strips that expand on scenes or introduce new villains.
• Explore teamwork themes with group problem-solving challenges.

Information:

• Ages: 7 - 11 years
• Format: Illustrated chapter book
• Genre: Comedy / Mystery / Adventure