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When three baby owlets wake up and realise that Mummy has gone hunting, they anxiously wait and worry about her in the big black night. But as they wish and wish for Mummy, suddenly she comes – swooping back to them through the trees to put their minds at ease! Gently addressing young children’s fear of separation, this much-loved classic has delighted generations of readers. Shimmering twilit pictures capture the mystery and magic of night time, creating the perfect snuggle-up bedtime read.

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  1. lmdrld on 5 March 2013

    Dora-thumb-222

    This is about three owl babies who wake up to not find their mother.

  2. imi264 on 16 July 2012

    Bellasara-113282

    This is such a cute and lovely little story for younger ones!

    5 out of 5

  3. dashernasher on 6 March 2012

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    such a cute little book for the youn kids.

    5 out of 5

  4. xxisabellatrixx on 27 February 2011

    Bellasara-113282

    beautiful piece of literature perfect for reading to little children at night when they have to got to sleep in the dark without their parents just like the owlets!

    5 out of 5

  5. louisesparkle on 11 October 2009

    Hayley-113303

    This book is absolutely great for for reading at night. It is suitable for 3+ as a calm bedtime story. I felt safe and happy when I read this book! You will sleep peacefully when you’ve finished!

    5 out of 5

  6. acroem on 4 May 2009

    Stargirl-113407

    I’ve loved this book since I was a baby. “I want my mummy” said Bill is my favourite line.

    5 out of 5

  7. lizziegem on 11 January 2009

    Stargirl-113407

    my favourite of all time

    5 out of 5

  8. fashionjenny on 10 January 2009

    Goldie-113308

    When I was in infants I read this book. If I gave ir a rating out of ten I would i give it a ten!

    5 out of 5

  9. rainbo7474 on 10 January 2009

    Abigail-113288

    IT WAS OK

    3 out of 5

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