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Patti Bonesteel lives in Baldwinsville, NY (outside of Syracuse), so yes she is a BIG SU fan.
Raising four daughters and teaching at the elementary level for 25 years helped guide her writing. She believes that children learn best while being entertained and using their imaginations to question and discover.
Her love of the outdoors and nature ( and pink flamingos on lawns) led her to write her first book, The Flamingo With Two Left Feet. She hopes you enjoy Fernando’s adventure.
She has more books on the way.
Reviewed by Laura Imaz for Readers' Favorite
Patti Bonesteel's The Flamingo with Two Left Feet portrays the wonderful story of Fernando, a shy flamingo who simply wants to dance as beautifully as the other flamingos. Despite his mother's repeated encouragement to be patient and believe in himself, Fernando believes he is beneath the others. He sees himself as a clumsy and unlikable flamingo with little hope of being picked by another flamingo. After practicing a few dances away from the group, he finally has the bravery to dance in front of the flamingos but falls and embarrasses himself miserably. Will Fernando be able to overcome his fear enough to perform in the 'Dance on the Water' and find a mate?
The Flamingo with Two Left Feet is the story of Fernando's journey to self-confidence. Who hasn't had the same experience as this friendly bird? I liked how Fernando's insecurity was presented simply because readers can easily relate to him. Patti Bonesteel beautifully captures what every youngster has ever felt while growing up. I appreciated Fernando's mother's consistent support for him since it demonstrates how parents should always encourage their children to believe in themselves. I fell in love with the incredibly charming family that Fernando, Felicia, and their adorable youngster make; the lovely illustrations undoubtedly enhance the reading experience. The author includes wonderful information on flamingos at the end of the book, providing young readers with a great opportunity to learn about these lovely birds. This is an excellent picture book for both adults and children.
