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The Owl and the Woodpecker

By Brian Wildsmith

When night and day neighbours quarrel, what trouble could finally bring them together?

colourful lively humorous heart-warming

Genres

Animals Friendship/Family Humour

What is The Owl and the Woodpecker about?

The Woodpecker sleeps through the night and spends each day tapping away at the trees. The Owl, meanwhile, works after dark and rests in daylight. Their opposite routines soon lead to noisy quarrels that disturb every animal in the forest. But when trouble strikes, the two feuding neighbours must put aside their differences and help one another. With lively woodland scenes and a gentle lesson about understanding others, this charming story shows how an unlikely friendship can grow from conflict.

About the author

Brian Wildsmith was a famous British author and illustrator known for his colourful and lively picture books. His book 'ABC' won a top prize for its beautiful illustrations. Brian loved using bright colours to bring stories and animals to life, helping children all over the world enjoy reading and art.

Pages

32 pages

Reading age

Picture Book (2-7)

This edition

1972

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