Owl Moon facts for kids
Owl Moon cover
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| Author | Jane Yolen |
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| Illustrator | John Schoenherr |
| Country | United States |
| Genre | Children's picture book |
| Publisher | Philomel Books |
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Publication date
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1987 |
| ISBN | 978-0-399-21457-8 |
| OCLC | 15198290 |
| [E] 19 | |
| LC Class | PZ7.Y78 Ow 1987 |
Owl Moon is a beloved children's picture book from 1987. It was written by Jane Yolen and beautifully illustrated by John Schoenherr. This book has won many important awards, including the famous Caldecott Medal for its amazing pictures. It was even featured on the TV show Reading Rainbow in the US. People all over the world love Owl Moon, and it has been translated into more than twelve languages, like French, German, Chinese, and Korean.
Jane Yolen, the author, said that Owl Moon is "a positive family story." She noted that it's special because it shows a little girl and her father on an adventure. She described it as a gentle yet exciting story, full of quiet moments and sounds.
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Story of Owl Moon
The story of Owl Moon takes place on a cold winter night. A father decides to take his child out for the very first time to go owling. Owling means going out at night to try and spot owls.
The Owling Adventure
As they walk through the quiet, snowy woods, the father and child look and listen carefully. They hope to see a great horned owl. The book's text doesn't say if the child is a boy or a girl. However, the book's cover description calls them "a little girl and her father."
Inspiration for the Book
The author, Jane Yolen, shared that the child in the story is actually based on her own daughter, Heidi. The "Pa" character, the father, was inspired by her husband, David. He loved being outdoors and was a keen birdwatcher. Yolen mentioned that her husband helped her learn more about nature.
Awards and Recognition
Owl Moon has received several important awards for its beautiful story and illustrations.
Caldecott Medal
The most notable award is the Caldecott Medal, which it won in 1988. The Caldecott Medal is a very prestigious award given each year. It honors the artist of the most distinguished American picture book for children. This award highlights the incredible artwork by John Schoenherr in Owl Moon.
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| Preceded by Hey, Al |
Caldecott Medal recipient 1988 |
Succeeded by Song and Dance Man |
