Whoo-Ku Haiku

Whoo-Ku Haiku tells the life cycle of a great horned owl family entirely through original haiku, following a pair of owlets from hatching through their first flights while their parents hunt and fend off predators. Sepia ink and watercolor illustrations capture the drama of the natural world in a poetic form usually reserved for quieter subjects. This is a creative choice for students because it introduces both wildlife biology and an accessible poetic form in a single striking read.

Publishing Details

Author : Maria Gianferrari

Illustrator : Jonathan Voss

Author Nationality : United States

Physical Details

Type of Book: Picture Book

Cover: Hardcover

Pages: 32

Size: 11.0 x 7.9 inches

Year Published: 2020

Instructional Details

Reading Grade Level: Pre-K/TK

Genre: Non-Fiction

Sub-Genre: Informational

Theme: Animals, Nature, Poetry