When Paul finds a large egg, the farm hen reluctantly agrees to sit on it. Days later an unusual bird hatches: it is a fish loving pelican! This pelican is unique. He doesn't know how to catch fish; he just steals fish from everyone else, causing troubles wherever he goes. Frustrated, Paul's father warns Paul the pelican will be sent to the zoo! Can Paul keep the bird safe and help him learn to fish?

Brian Wildsmith's startlingly beautiful, detailed illustrations enrich this heartwarming story. Most of all, young readers will delight in discovering all the intriguing scenes hidden behind the half—page flaps.