“Young naturalists will appreciate the variety of avian life rendered in Susan Stockdale's gently rhyming picture book, 'Bring On the Birds'...Children will want to linger over the colorful images.” ―Wall Street Journal

“...likely to draw and hold the attention even of unfledged young viewers. The images are often mesmerizing in their abstraction, inviting readers to pause and admire.” ―Kirkus Reviews

“...A fresh look at birds: familiar, strange, and wonderful.” ―Booklist

“...crafted in charm and simplicity, the book offers many possibilities for use and enjoyment in reading aloud, browsing, and teaching. The pictures invite a lingering look, easily stimulating observation and discussion.” ―School Library Journal

“...Not only visually appealing to young students, this title will be a good read-aloud that could lead to a discussion of birds and their characteristics. It will be a wonderful supplement to a bird unit in the primary grades.” ―Library Media Connection

“...Stockdale's text is simply worded with strong rhythm and rhyme, making it ideal for beginning readers as well as read-aloud time. Her acrylic illustrations are striking and gorgeous, putting the birds front and center with a bold use of color...” ―Parents' Choice

“...Brightly colored, richly textured illustrations and an energetic rhyming text introduce young readers to distinctive birds and their unique qualities...the breadth of bird life...will captivate junior ornithologists...” ―Midwest Book Review

“Our fine feathered friends are beautifully served in this handsome volume by local author-artist Susan Stockdale. Like the stunning acrylic illustrations, the rhythmical text manages both to inform and entertain...” ―Washington Parent