When the birds have a contest to see which one can fly the higest, they all learn a valuable lesson about cooperation. Lark, dove, eagle, and vulture all claim to soar the highest. So owl suggests a contest, and off the birds soar. It appears eagle is the winner, but a tiny passenger on his wing may change the outcome. Jane Goodall retells a beloved story from her own childhood -- a fable for all times that illustrates how we depend on each other for help and support throughout our lives. ILLUSTRATIONS: Full color.
