LITTLE OWL'S LOVE
by Divya Srinivasan ; illustrated by Divya Srinivasan
“Little Owl loved surprises.”
Flying in the magical night sky, Little Owl, a small brown bird with enormous, luminous green eyes, spots his friend Hedgehog, who is happily snuffling through a newly discovered mushroom patch. “Don’t you love finding mushrooms?” Hedgehog asks. “It always feels like such a surprise!” This gets Little Owl thinking: What does he love? Stylized, colorful, and appealing illustrations show what our avian hero sees, from shimmering stars and croaking frogs to snoring bears, a mysterious beaver’s lodge, and some hidden butterflies. The more Little Owl looks, the more he finds. His friend Raccoon shares some beloved activities, too, and Little Owl remembers other amazing things he has seen and experienced. As the night comes to a close and he heads home, Little Owl is filled with wonder at the forest and his many memories, which he can’t wait to share with Mama. Just right for bedtime, this simple, charming tale beckons young listeners to stop for a moment and share some of the things they notice and enjoy. (This book was reviewed digitally.)
A paean to the wonders of the night and an invitation for children to observe, appreciate, and discuss what they love.
(Picture book. 2-5)