Book Report: Each Little Bird That Sings

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Each Little Bird that Sings by Deborah Wiles-- This heartwarming book helps kids whose parents might have a depressing/odd job cope through it. The story tells the story of a girl named Comfort whose parents own a funeral home. When Comfort’s Aunt Florentine dies, she finds that she not only has to deal with her annoying cousin, Peach, but her best friend, Declaration, has been really mean and rude to her. All Comfort wants to do is sit in her closet with her dog, Dismay. But Comfort finds that no matter what, family matters. I find this book heartwarming and it really makes a person think about life. I give this book a 5/5

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