
Equally noteworthy are the expressive drawings and universal lessons of persistence, kindness, and loyalty. School Library Connection Praise for the Owly series: Appeals to all ages. School Library JournalRunton's illustrations glow with vivid and lustrous color, the characters all delightfully expressive.

Kirkus Reviews As always, Owly is a steadfast and indispensable friend to everyone he meets, including young readers in search of warmhearted adventure. A simple but by no means simplistic tale emphasizing the universality of kindness.

Review Quotes Praise for Owly: The Way Home : Runton's evocative characters are nothing short of huggably adorable and affirm the importance of compassion and empathy against perceived stereotypes. Like Owly, Wormy is in need of a good friend, too - someone who can be counted on for a helping hand, a good laugh, and a great adventure!Through a unique blend of words and symbols, Owly can be read by the youngest readers, and is a great introduction to graphic novels! That all changes, though, once Owly meets Wormy. But despite his kindness, he seems to frighten would-be friends away before they even give him a chance, just because he's an owl. Owly is a good-natured little owl, and he's always helping those around him. Like Owly, Wormy is in need of a good friend, too-someone who can be counted on for a helping hand, a good laugh, and a great adventure!"-Provided by publisher.īook Synopsis All Owly wants is a friend.

About the Book "Owly is a good-natured little owl, and he's always helping those around him.
