Owl Moon

    Owl Moon

    by Jane Yolen

    Ages 4-81987
    Picture Book

    A gentle winter story about a father and child who venture out on a snowy night to go owling - searching for great horned owls in the moonlit woods. The story beautifully captures the quiet bonding experience between parent and child as they practice patience and reverence for nature. Through lyrical prose and stunning watercolor illustrations, the book celebrates the magic of wildlife observation and the special connection between generations sharing outdoor experiences.

    1987Published
    Genres: Picture Books, Educational, Realistic Fiction

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    Family, Friendship & Community
    Frequent
    Diversity & Cultural Representation
    None
    Fantasy or Symbolic Storytelling
    None
    Gender Identity Topics
    None
    Romantic or Mature Themes
    None
    Sexual Orientation Topics
    None
    Social or Historical Topics
    None

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