Cruncher Sparrow High Flier, by Gordon Snell. Illustrated by Michael O’Clery

Cruncher Sparrow, flying high

Looked for adventure in the sky

He met a host of other birds,

Had friendly chats and fighting words;

He tried to race and chase and swoop-

He even tried to loop the loop.

He had much fun and many a fright-

This is the tale of Cruncher’s flight. Gordon Snell is the author of many children’s books and verse stories. He is also a humorous writer for radio and for cartoon series. Michael O’Clery is an artist and keen birdwatcher who has had many commissions to paint birds and their habitats.