Watch out! Hoot Owl is hungry in an offbeat story with deadpan humor and bold, striking illustrations.
Hoot Owl is no ordinary owl. He is a master of disguise! In the blackness of night, he’s preparing to swoop on his prey before it can realize his dastardly tricks. Look there—a tasty rabbit for him to eat! Hoot Owl readies his costume, disguising himself as . . . a carrot! Then he waits. The rabbit runs off. Never mind! Surely his next juicy target will cower against such a clever and dangerous creature as he! Kids will hoot at Sean Taylor’s deliciously tongue-in-beak narration, belied by the brilliantly comical illustrations of Jean Jullien.
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful.
Plenty of silliness.
By Heidi Grange
Hoot Owl prowls around looking for something delicious to eat. He uses disguises to get close to different prey and then waits for them to come to him, when they don't he sets off again, hungrier than before. The humor here comes not only with the different disguises Hoot Owl wears (carrot for the rabbit, sheep for the sheep, etc.), but in his supreme confidence that he is a master hunter and that will catch something to eat if only he keeps trying. It never occurs to him that his methods might be somewhat lacking in effectiveness. Unfortunately, the funny ending doesn't disabuse him of this notion. But child readers are bound to figure it out and laugh themselves silly at Hoot Owl's foolishness.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful.Highly recommended
By Night Owl Librarian
A Hoot Owl takes the reader on an adventure as he assumes disguises in an attempt to capture his next meal. "Everyone knows owls are wise. But as well as being wise, I am a master of disguise." Exuberant illustrations perfectly complement the witty and hilarious text. Certain to charm and entertain readers of all ages.
2 of 3 people found the following review helpful.
Master of disguise AND similes!
By Janet Hamilton
Summary: Hungry Hoot Owl is flying through the night, looking for something to eat. Fortunately, he considers himself a master of disguise, so when he sees a rabbit, he disguises himself as a carrot. No luck. A pigeon? Hoot Owl transforms himself into an ornamental birdbath. Alas, one disguise after another fails, until finally Hoot Owl dresses up as a waiter and is able to snag a pepperoni pizza.Pros: Kids will enjoy Hoot Owl’s high opinion of himself, as well as his dramatic narration of his actions. The big bold illustrations will be easy for everyone to see. And Hoot Owl is a master of similes. Ask the kids how many they can find in this book.Cons: It wasn’t clear why Hoot Owl’s disguises failed. I thought his carrot was pretty good.
