If You Were a Parrot (Arbordale Collection) - Hardcover

"I smile when I think of this book knowing that both the author and the artist have done a wonderful job of hooking a child into the interesting and complicated world of companion parrots. This education will help a child, as an adult, make the right decision to enter into the world of parrot companionship." -- Cheryl Rose "Co-Education Director for the National Parrot Rescue and Preservation Foundation"

Rawson and Rogers explore the world of parrots in this vibrant celebration of children's imaginative play. This is a book worth squawking about. - School Library Journal

Children need more books like this ones that intrigue them and widen their view of the world. They will love the colorful illustrations and will pick it up again and again.- Rutgers University

Along with the fun story, the author has included two full pages of fun parrot facts, along with a cute craft idea and further information for those who may be considering getting a pet parrot. - The Old Schoolhouse Magazine

This whimsical story has the character (and reader) imagining that he or she is a pet parrot as it goes through its daily routines of climbing, chewing, eating, bathing, and finally, snuggling down for the night after a long day of parrot fun.