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CALDECOTT MEDAL WINNER • A soothing, poetic picture book that lovingly depicts the relationship of a young child and her father alongside humankind’s relationship to the natural world. A verbal and visual treasure for the whole family!
I had been waiting to go Owling with Pa for a long, long time.
Late one winter night, a little girl and her father go owling. The trees stand still as statues and the world is silent as a dream. Whoo-whoo-whoo, the father calls to the mysterious nighttime bird.
But there is no answer.
Wordlessly, the two walk along, for when you go owling, you don't need words. You don't need anything but hope. Sometimes, there isn't an owl, but sometimes, there is.
With enchanting storytelling by distinguished author Jane Yolen, and soft, exquisite watercolor illustrations by Caldecott Medal-winning illustrator John Schoenherr, Owl Moon is a timeless classic that is sure to delight readers of all ages.
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Editor's Take
Amazon reviewers and Goodreads readers describe Owl Moon as a beautiful, gentle, and poetic children’s book with memorable winter atmosphere and strong parent-child companionship. Readers often praise the watercolor illustrations and the calm, lyrical storytelling, and many call it a favorite bedtime or winter read. Goodreads reviews repeatedly mention that the story feels like poetry and that children who enjoy owls or nature stories respond well to it. Reviewers on Jane Yolen’s site and book-review blogs highlight the book’s quiet magic, emotional warmth, and classic status as a Caldecott Medal winner. A few readers note that the book is especially effective when read aloud.
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Specifications
| Illustrated | No |
Product Details
| ASIN | 0399214577 |
| Publisher | Philomel Books |
| Publication date | October 23, 1987 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 32 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 9780399214578 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0399214578 |
| Item Weight | 14.8 ounces |
| Reading age | 2 - 7 years, from customers |
| Dimensions | 8.9 x 0.35 x 11.26 inches |
| Grade level | Preschool - 2 |
| Best Sellers Rank | #3,417 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #20 in Children's Bird Books (Books) #184 in Children's Classics #391 in Children's Literature (Books) |
| Customer Reviews | 4.9 4.9 out of 5 stars (2,401) |
