Stinky Minty

"Stinky Minty" by Deborah Green is a charming children's tale about a lonely bird named Minty who wakes up in a scrappy dump on a cold, damp morning. Determined to find friends, Minty embarks on a colorful adventure through diverse settings. In the jungle, he meets five fancy flamingos who gift him a red feather, making him feel happy. At a pond, four dashing ducks offer a yellow feather, bringing him calm. In the park, three proud peacocks give him a blue feather, filling him with pride. Minty then encounters two enormous eagles, who are playfully pushing a small green bird during a game of hide and seek, and they invite him to join. Finally, a white swan, brought by the ducks, becomes his friend, giving him a sparkling white feather that leaves Minty in awe. Through these encounters, Minty collects a vibrant array of feathers, each symbolizing a new friendship, transforming his loneliness into joy. Dedicated to the author's father, who taught her about birds, this 2025 British English story celebrates friendship, acceptance, and the beauty of connection for young readers.