LoveReading4Kids Says
This true story of the little owl accidentally transported to the Rockefeller Centre in the branches of its gorgeous Christmas tree is filled with the spirit of the season. She watches as the streets and houses around her home are lit up with decorations, wondering what ‘Christmas’ means then, rescued by a wildlife centre from the tree and lovingly nursed back to health, comes to understand that Christmas is warmth, caring and kindness.
Released back into the wild, the little owl takes a detour by ‘her’ tree, observing the love on display as people come together to celebrate.
This heart-warming, feelgood story reminds us all of the true meaning of Christmas and its charming central character and festive scenes will bring the sparkle of the season into every reader’s home.
Andrea Reece
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The Christmas Owl Synopsis
A New York Times bestseller (with a special sparkly cover)! Experience the beautiful story that captivated the country about a little owl found in the world's most famous Christmas tree.
When Little Owl's home is cut down by people saying it will make a beautiful Christmas tree, she's not sure she wants anything to do with
Christmas, whatever that means. But then she is saved by a woman named Ellen, whose house is merrily decorated for the holiday, and filled with birds who need someone to care for them. Surrounded by kindness and helpful new friends, Little Owl begins to wonder if Christmas might not be such a bad thing after all….
Co-written by Ellen Kalish, caretaker of the real owl found inside the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree,
The Christmas Owl is a charming story of friendship, compassion, and the true meaning of this special time of year.
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