High up in a sturdy tree, Mama bird decides it is finally time for her baby to leave the nest. The flock needs to migrate south for the winter, and Baby bird must learn to use his wings. But Baby bird is absolutely terrified of falling and refuses to flap a single feather. Instead of trying to fly, he uses his sharp imagination to come up with completely ridiculous alternative travel plans. He suggests floating away in a hot air balloon, catching a ride in a passing car, or even taking a commercial airplane. Mama bird remains patient but firm as her baby presents one hilarious excuse after another. This expressive, wordless story uses detailed illustrations to capture the anxiety of trying something new and the funny lengths we go to avoid it.