Thursday, March 9, 2023

Owl and Penguin by Vikram Madan - ESSENTIAL

Owl and Penguin by Vikram Madan EARLY READER. Holiday House. 2022. $15. 9780823451500

BUYING ADVISORY: Pre-K - ESSENTIAL 

AUDIENCE APPEAL: HIGH 

Three little stories show the friendship between Owl and Penguin. Owl shares ice cream with Penguin and then deals with bad feelings when Penguin drops it on the ground. Owl helps Penguin to experience flying, and Penguin helps Owl enjoy rainy weather. 

Owl and Penguin have adorable facial expressions that communicate their feelings clearly. Most of the story is told through expressions and thought balloons filled with emoji-like symbols. I like how the stories show that both little characters have strengths and limitations and that true friends build each other up. 

J. Smith, Teacher Librarian  

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