Cover of the hearable edition of The Parrot's Sanctuary

The Parrot's Sanctuary

A wonderful heartwarming story about Petey

  • Audio-only book • Pure listening, no pictures, no words

About this book

The Parrot's Sanctuary is an advanced readers book for children ages 9 to 11. A wonderful heartwarming story about Petey, a feisty hyperactive parrot, who can no longer be cared for by his aging owner. Read on to find out how he gets a home and ends up creating a buzz about himself and raises funds for the parrot society.

Book details

Book typeHearable Book – Audio only. No pictures, no words on screen. Made for listening.
AuthorMeagan J. Meehan
Ages9 to 11 years
GradeGrade 5
Reading levelLevel 4, Advanced Readers
CategoriesStory Time, Animals, Character Education
Interactive featuresNo activity
LanguageEnglish

Where you can listen to this book

Reading and Math app: listen to it here, audio-only, no pictures, no words.

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Read Along App: audio-only listening, no pictures, no words.

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This edition has no quiz or activity.

Why read The Parrot's Sanctuary with your child

Stories like The Parrot's Sanctuary work best when they are shared. Read it aloud, let your child follow the words, and stop to talk about the characters and what they do. The Animals setting gives you plenty to discuss. Ask your child what they would do in the same situation. It is a simple way to turn reading time into conversation time, and to help your child think about the story.

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Inside the book

The Parrot's Sanctuary is an audio-only book about Animals. A wonderful heartwarming story about Petey, a feisty hyperactive parrot, who can no longer be cared for by his aging owner. There are no pictures and no words on screen, so children listen and imagine the story for themselves.

Children gain a love of listening and a stronger imagination. Listen together, and talk about what you heard afterwards. It is a calm way to enjoy a story, especially at bedtime.

Frequently asked questions

What ages is this book for?

Ages 9 to 11 years, at Grade 5 and Level 4 (Advanced Readers).

Is the book narrated?

Yes. It is a hearable book, so a natural human voice tells the story for pure listening. There are no pictures and no words on screen.

Which apps carry this book?

Both the Reading and Math app and the Read Along App.

What is this book about?

It is about Animals. A wonderful heartwarming story about Petey, a feisty hyperactive parrot, who can no longer be cared for by his aging owner. Read on to find out how he gets a ho

What will my child learn?

This book helps children learn about Animals, and builds vocabulary and a love of reading.

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