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The Owl Who Was Afraid of the Dark

By Jill Tomlinson
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The Owl Who Was Afraid of the Dark by Jill Tomlinson is a delightful children's book about a young barn owl named Plop who is scared of the dark. As he ventures out and meets various characters, each encounter helps him understand and appreciate different aspects of the night, gradually overcoming his fears. It's a charming exploration of curiosity, growth, and overcoming obstacles.
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You might enjoy this charming children's book if you love heartwarming stories about overcoming fears and discovering the wonders of the night. It follows a little owl's adventures and the delightful characters he meets, promising to entertain young readers while imparting important lessons about courage and curiosity.

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The magical and reassuring tale about baby barn owl Plop is a beloved children’s classic!

as read by HRH The Duchess of Cambridge on CBeebies Bedtime Stories

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The magical and reassuring tale about baby barn owl, Plop, is a beloved children's classic!

Plop, the baby owl, is like every barn owl there ever was, except for one thing – he is afraid of the dark!

But the dark is brimming with excitement and magic. As Plop ventures into the night, he meets a boy who shows him fireworks, a black cat who takes him exploring, and a girl who tells him about Father Christmas, among other surprising discoveries...

Filled with gentle humour and warm and soothing illustrations, The Owl Who Was Afraid of the Dark has been enjoyed for decades by parents and children who want to snuggle down with a good read!

Perfect for kids aged 2+.

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The Owl Who Was Afraid of the Dark has been described as a beloved children's story that captures the charm of overcoming fears. It is praised for its engaging narrative and is a delightful read for both children and adults alike, highlighted by Zoe Ball as one of her favourites and described as beguiling by Lucy Mangan from the Guardian.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780008498986

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Format: Board book

Date Published: 30 September 2021

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Farshore

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Paul Howard
  • Illustrated by Paul Howard

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 7.0mm

Width: 180.0mm

Height: 160.0mm

Weight: 320g

Pages: 32

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Children's Board Books Children's Books Children's Fiction Children's Picture Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Jill Tomlinson

About the Author

Paul Howard studied graphic design in Leicester, graduating in 1989 with first class honours. For a time he worked in London's Natural History Museum. He lives in Ireland. He won the Blue Peter Children's Book Award 2001.

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