Join the adventures of a young hawk as he grows and conquers his fears. Empowered by a friend, the hawk realizes his own potential and becomes the hawk he should be. Fabulous drawings enhance the self-achievement message in this whimsical, poetic story of nature. This 1st book in the ‘Backyard Fables' series teaches self-acceptance, individuality, friendship and discovering your purpose. The current children’s expanded vocabulary (CCEV) challenges the readers’ abilities and EMPOWERS them with knowledge. The Lonely Hawk … Great for Ages 6 to 14. Written by J. Michael Smith and Illustrated by Michelle Smith in the Golden Isles of Georgia. With careers in health care, they have worked together on other books for children, young adults and adults. This is the 1st in a series titled 'Backyard Fables' teaching life lessons and moral integrity from the view of backyard creatures.