Real life
Owl Babies
Author Martin Waddell
Illustrator Patrick Benson
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Story
Three baby owls wake up to find their mother is not there. They sit in the tree and wait for her to come back but it’s dark outside and they need to be brave. When she returns, they are so happy to have her back!
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Why we chose it
A much-loved picture book for its simply told story, the joy of its ending and Patrick Benson’s stunning illustrations.
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First published
1992, Walker Books, London