Stinkbird Has a Superpower

Ages 5 to 8, Grades K to 3

A hilarious and factual introduction to the Amazonian hoatzin—or stinkbird—and its surprising, incredible superpower. (Spoiler alert: it's more than just the stink!)

Stinkbirds have a lot in common with other birds: they have feathers, wings, and a beak. But they also have . . . a hidden superpower!

    Papa Stinkbird can't wait to tell readers just what makes stinkbird chicks so special, but his adorable son keeps interrupting with questions. They banter about the cool things hoatzins do to evade predators and then the chick demonstrates one—jumping into the river! (Don't worry—he can swim!) But he can't fly yet, so how is the chick going to get back up to the nest? You'll have to read to find out his real superpower.

Series Overview: Parrotfish Has a Superpower coming Summer 2024.

About the Author

Jill Esbaum has written many books for children, including How to Grow a Dinosaur, Frankenbunny, and If a T. Rex Crashes Your Birthday Party. Several of her books have been nominated for state awards, and I Am Cow, Hear Me Moo! won SCBWI’s Crystal Kite award. She also enjoys writing kooky beginning reader stories like Thunder and Cluck, as well as a variety of nonfiction books for National Geographic. Learn more at jillesbaum.com, and follow Jill on Twitter @JEsbaum.

Author Residence: Dixon, IA

Bob Shea is an award-winning author and illustrator of children’s books including the popular Ballet Cat series, The Dinosaur VS... series, and the runaway smash hit, Unicorn Thinks He’s Pretty Great. He is an Eisner Award Nominee and has worked with Comedy Central, PBS Kids, Playhouse Disney, Nick Jr., Google, and other clients. Learn more at bobshea.com.

Illustrator Residence:Madison, CT