Otis and the Scarecrow

Awards:   Commended for Charlotte Huck Award for Outstanding Fiction for Children 2015 Short-listed for Alabama Camellia Award (Grades K-1) 2015
Author:   Loren Long ,  Loren Long
Publisher:   Penguin Putnam Inc
ISBN:  

9780399163968


Pages:   40
Publication Date:   28 August 2014
Recommended Age:   From 3 to 7 years
Format:   Hardback
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Awards

  • Commended for Charlotte Huck Award for Outstanding Fiction for Children 2015
  • Short-listed for Alabama Camellia Award (Grades K-1) 2015

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"A deeply resonant book about subtle acts of kindness, Otis and the Scarecrow is the perfect book in which to explore compassion, friendship, and standing up for others. FROM THE #1 BESTSELLING ILLUSTRATOR OF MATT DE LA PENA'S LOVE AND WATTY PIPER'S CLASSIC THE LITTLE ENGINE THAT COULD On the farm where Otis the tractor lives, the farmer has introduced someone new-a scarecrow to shoo away the pesky crows. But when Otis and the animals greet the scarecrow with friendly smiles, the scarecrow's frown never leaves his face. So everyone leaves him alone. Then one day, when a cold autumn rain sets in, Otis and the animals snuggle close and play Otis's favorite game- the quiet game. Otis knows the puppy and ducks can't sit still for long, and soon the farm friends begin to giggle and squirm, feeling warmed by one another's friendship... but on this day, Otis can't seem to take his eyes off the lonely figure in the cornfield. A deeply resonant book about subtle acts of compassion and standing up for others, featuring everyone's favorite tractor, Otis. Praise for OTIS AND THE SCARECROW- ""Otis the tractor's goodhearted nature continues to shine in his fifth picture book."" -Publishers Weekly ""Readers will enjoy this sixth tale of an admirable leader who does the right thing with quiet confidence."" -Booklist ""Teachers will see the connection between the lonely scarecrow and the outsider in the classroom and will be able to find many uses for this volume in the curriculum. Fans will enjoy this more cerebral Otis and might build a little empathy along the way."" -Kirkus Reviews ""Loren Long creates a perfect book for the beginning of the school year with ""Otisand the Scarecrow.""--Examiner.com"

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Author:   Loren Long ,  Loren Long
Publisher:   Penguin Putnam Inc
Imprint:   Philomel Books,U.S.
Dimensions:   Width: 27.50cm , Height: 1.10cm , Length: 29.10cm
Weight:   0.629kg
ISBN:  

9780399163968


ISBN 10:   0399163964
Pages:   40
Publication Date:   28 August 2014
Recommended Age:   From 3 to 7 years
Audience:   Children/juvenile ,  Children / Juvenile
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   To order   Availability explained
Stock availability from the supplier is unknown. We will order it for you and ship this item to you once it is received by us.

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Praise for OTIS AND THE SCARECROW: Otis the tractor's goodhearted nature continues to shine in his fifth picture book. - Publishers Weekly Readers will enjoy this sixth tale of an admirable leader who does the right thing with quiet confidence. - Booklist Teachers will see the connection between the lonely scarecrow and the outsider in the classroom and will be able to find many uses for this volume in the curriculum. Fans will enjoy this more cerebral Otis and might build a little empathy along the way. - Kirkus Reviews Loren Long creates a perfect book for the beginning of the school year with Otis and the Scarecrow. -- Examiner.com


Praise for the OTIS *** Long s gouache and pencil artwork is stunning. . . the satisfying conclusion that speaks of a place for everyone is sure to ring true to children. School Library Journal on Otis, starred review *** *** The illustrations wonderfully enhance the story, from the joy of the animals prancing around the Christmas tree to Otis expressive responses to the events around him. Booklist on An Otis Christmas, starred review *** Hearkens to the golden age of picture books, with a style and tone that recall the work of Virginia Lee Burton and Munro Leaf. Booklist on Otis and the Tornado Fans of Otis will not be disappointed with the satisfying ending that results in a creative solution and a most happy reunion. Seek this out game on! Kirkus Reviews on Otis and the Puppy Praise for OTIS AND THE SCARECROW: Otis the tractor s goodhearted nature continues to shine in his fifth picture book. Publishers Weekly Readers will enjoy this sixth tale of an admirable leader who does the right thing with quiet confidence. Booklist Teachers will see the connection between the lonely scarecrow and the outsider in the classroom and will be able to find many uses for this volume in the curriculum. Fans will enjoy this more cerebral Otis and might build a little empathy along the way. Kirkus Reviews Loren Long creates a perfect book for the beginning of the school year with Otisand the Scarecrow. --Examiner.com


Author Information

Loren Long has putt puff puttedy chuffed his way all over the bestseller lists with such titles as Otis, Otis and the Tornado, Otis and the Puppy, An Otis Christmas, Drummer Boy, Toy Boat by Randall de S ve, and Mr. Peabody's Apples by Madonna. He's also had the opportunity to modernize the classic The Little Engine That Could by Watty Piper and had the distinct honor of illustrating Of Thee I Sing by President Barack Obama. A graduate of the American Academy of Art in Chicago, Loren lives in Ohio with his wife, Tracy, and their two sons.You can visit Loren Long at www.OtisTheTractor.com and www.LorenLong.com. Follow @lorenlong

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