An Otis Christmas
| Author | : | |
| Rating | : | 4.30 (679 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0399548114 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 36 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2013-06-14 |
| Language | : | English |
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Traveling down the branch leads Otis a bit too conveniently almost to Doc Baker's door. No redistribution permitted. . From School Library Journal K-Gr 3-Otis is back, this time anticipating Christmas and the birth of a new foal. Executed in gouache and pencil, they depict the red tractor in sharp contrast to countryside and woods blanketed in deep snow. The grayish-blue hues that predominate in Long's lovely, large-framed illustrations create a sense of cold stillness. Bravely heading down a steep, slippery branch, he reaches the doctor's house, alerts him with his horn, and brings him back to save the day. His joy is short-lived, however, when, in the middle of a snowy ni
ColdbrookFish said Great story to warm your heart. This story is just precious. My son loves tractors and has a few other Otis books. I am saving this for him for Christmas (yes I know I'm way early to be shopping) but wanted to make sure I got a copy. Warms my heart that this Otis story has a special Christmas miracle and that his present is what helps the farm out.. My son loves these books Abbie K My son just loves these books and the pictures are absolutely stunning. I enjoy reading them as well as looking at the pictures. S. Johnsen said Five Stars. These Otis books are fantastic!! Great illustrations and great values are taught.
The overall effect is nostalgic and comforting as readers bond with the determined little tractor the satisfying conclusion that speaks of a place for everyone is sure to ring true to children.” —School Library Journal, on Otis, 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 “Children will be delighted with this story about friendship” —School Library Journal, 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. Snow has been falling hard for hours and the roads are unpassable. The farmer has given Otis his first real Christmas present--a shiny new horn! A tree has been decorated, a big snowstorm is on its way, and all of the animals are excited. A warm, feel-good Christmas story featuring everyone's favorite tractor, Otis, the friend you can always count on. A new Christmas classic from the #1 bestselling creator of Otis and the illustrator of The Little Engine That Could It's Christmas eve on the farm where Ot