The time comes for every baby bird to fly from its nest but Baby Owl's not ready. It's the first day of preschool, and Mama's in a hurry: "Please, Baby Owl, we have to go!" But Baby Owl will do almost ANYTHING to stay at home--even put his toys away! Can Mama convince Baby Owl that school will be fun? Jonathan Allen has created a comforting and cozy story, filled with his characteristic wit, appealing art, and delightful surprises."

Author Biography

Jonathan Allen has created many wonderful picture books for children, including The Little Rabbit Who Likes to Say Moo, When the Snow Comes, and a number of stories starring Baby Owl. He lives happily in a quiet village in Cambridgeshire, England, with his wife, children, a dog, a cat, two guinea pigs, several guitars, and three computers.