Big, Bad Owl

Big, Bad Owl

by Steve Smallman (Author), Richard Watson (Illustrator)

Synopsis

Big, Bad Owl is a fabulously funny, tongue-in-cheek picture book from best-selling author and master of comedy, Steve Smallman (Dragon Stew and Monkey with a Bright Blue Bottom). Children will love the quirky illustrations in this story about learning to deal with moods and emotions. Feeling cranky? Out of sorts? Perhaps a teeny bit tetchy? Then flap off over to Scowl's grumpy branch for a good old grouch and grumble...Everybody wants to cheer Scowl up, but there's one thing that makes him the happiest owl in the world - and that's being in a good old grump!

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More Information

Format: Hardcover
Pages: 32
Publisher: Little Tiger Press
Published: 07 Apr 2014

ISBN 10: 1848957491
ISBN 13: 9781848957497
Children’s book age: 0-5 Years

Media Reviews
A hilarious story from a masterful writer of comic picture books... Children will love the lively and quirky illustrations in this story about learning to cope with moods and emotions. And adults will appreciate the humour too, making it fun to read aloud. * Parents in Touch *
A very amusing story with characterful illustrations and an unusual but satisfying ending. A good buy. -- Books of the Week * Peters Books *
With beautiful illustrations and easy to follow wording, this picture book is perfect for toddlers learning about emotions. * Bleach House Library *
Author Bio
Steve Smallman has taken up writing his own stories after illustrating children's books for over 30 years. He also teaches illustration and mural-painting workshops in schools. When he's not working, Steve enjoys films, television, gardening and walking in the countryside. Richard Watson grew up in a small village in North Lincolnshire. He studied illustration at Lincoln University School of Art and Design, and began working as an illustrator soon after leaving University in 2003. Richard uses a range of techniques to produce artwork mixing traditional drawing and painting with collage and mixed media. He also loves visiting galleries, watching films, and listening to music.