An Egg is Quiet, by Dianna Alston

Illus. by Sylvia Long

Eggs are quiet, until they hatch. But they also have other characteristics: size, colors, shape, design and textures which are depicted in the very dainty watercolor illustrations. The cursive font matches the delicate illustrations but will provide difficulty for young readers. The labeled illustrations particularly on the opening pages (of eggs) and the closing pages (birds and other egg-layers)are a particular strength and attraction of the book. This would be a great match for second grade animal life-cycles.

Grades 2-4