Synopses & Reviews
Toot goes to a family reunion in Scotland, promising Puddle that he'll be back in Woodcock Pocket in time for Christmas. But a huge snowstorm strands him far away from home on Christmas Eve! As Puddle waits anxiously for his friend, another holiday traveler helps Toot find his way to Woodcock Pocket, just in time.
Review
Toot and Puddle: I'll Be Home for Christmas:* #1 New York Times children's bestseller
"Hobbie's chipper text and alternately cozy and funny watercolors are as winning as ever." *Publishers Weekly, starred review
"The lovable piglets are at their best-friend best in his holiday tale."
*Bulletin of the CCB, recommended book
"Children and caregivers will enjoy snuggling together to share this book."
*School Library Journal
Toot and Puddle: You Are My Sunshine:
"Gentle watercolors add a light touch without compromising the compassion found in this graceful treatment of a delicate issue."
*Kirkus, pointered review
"The illustrations are right on target."
*School Library Journal
Toot and Puddle: A Present for Toot:
* A 1998 Parents' Choice Recommendation
"Hobbie beautifully depicts these two appealing pigs in expressive and detailed watercolors."
*School Library Journal
"Hobbie's watercolors are delightful, and Puddle's search for the perfect present is endearing."
*Kirkus
"Wonderfully on target for young children."
*Booklist
Synopsis
In this classic tale, available in paperback for the first time, Toot goes to Scotland for a family reunion and promises Puddle he'll be back in Woodcock Pocket in time for Christmas. However, a snowstorm strands Toot far away from home. Will he make it back? Includes free Christmas ornaments. Full color. Consumable.
About the Author
Holly Hobbie has worked as an artist for more than thirty years and is the author of ten previous and highly acclaimed Toot and Puddle picture books, as well as an illustrated memoir, The Art of Holly Hobbie. The mother of grown children, she lives with her husband in Conway, Massachusetts.
Kids Q&A
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