Martin Waddell (Illus. Patrick Benson), Owl Babies

Walker Books, 9780744531671 | Suggested age range: 3-5

An exquisite picture book which captures the little owl babies' big emotions when their mother leaves them to go hunting. Waking up to find themselves alone, the three babies try to reassure themselves that their mother will come back. But the forest is dark and scary and the night is long. At last! Owl Mother returns. A wonderfully reassuring and comforting end, beautifully expressed.