There were birds of every size and color, most of them having gorgeous feathers and plumes.
"Just look at them!" exclaimed the Ork scornfully.

"Aren't they dreadful creatures, all covered with feathers ?" "I think they're beautiful," said Trot, and this made the Ork so indignant that he went back into the house and sulked.
Button-Bright reached out his hand and caught a big bird by the leg.

At once it rose into the air and it was so strong that it nearly carried the little boy with it.

He let go the leg in a hurry and the bird flew down again and began to eat of the popcorn, not being frightened in the least.
This gave Cap'n Bill an idea.

He felt in his pocket and drew out several pieces of stout string.