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Book giveaway: Hoot Owl, Master of Disguise

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SorchaMumsnet · 08/03/2016 15:14

This month we are delighted to bring you Hoot Owl, Master of Disguise. This hilarious tale from masterful storyteller Sean Taylor and celebrated graphic artist Jean Jullien tells the story of Hoot Owl, an extraordinary owl and master of disguise, and how he uses his expert camouflage powers to trick his unsuspecting prey.

Laugh-out-loud and boldly illustrated, Hoot Owl is the perfect book for reading aloud together and we think you'll probably enjoy it as much as the kids.

Walker Books have asked us to find 50 Mumsnetters to read Hoot Owl and tell us what they think about it on this discussion thread. Go to the giveaway page to find out more and apply for a free copy.

You don’t have to win a free copy to take part in the discussion. Anyone who has read Hoot Owl can post their feedback here, and all who post before 25 April will be entered into a prize draw to win a £100 Love2Shop voucher.

This giveaway is sponsored by Walker Books

Book giveaway: Hoot Owl, Master of Disguise
OP posts:
26jibby · 25/03/2016 20:05

Fabulous my daughter thought it was really funny.

Anitata · 25/03/2016 18:23

A good read. An educational story.

alipally94 · 25/03/2016 17:23

Love this book. It has a lot of humour in it and I love the graphics of how the owl looks. Its a pleasure to read.

wooohooo · 25/03/2016 17:15

Fun book to read

alison991 · 25/03/2016 16:04

This looks like a fun book that little ones would love

CordeliaScott · 25/03/2016 08:10

Oh wow! My free copy arrived yesterday and we thought it was awesome. I had never heard of Hoot Owl before but found the story funny and engaging with an easy rhythm.

RuthMarianna · 24/03/2016 17:43

A really good funny read

FoxInABox · 24/03/2016 14:34

Received mine today and immediatly read it to my three year old DS. He was so animated, absolutely loving the book and seemed convinced Hoot was some type of villain for trying to eat the animals! He laughed at each new disguise, particularly the mother sheep. I thought some of the words were very advanced so it isn't something I would expect a young child to read alone, it didn't affect my sons understanding at all, and the pictures and lay out are lovely.

windowmouse · 24/03/2016 11:23

I liked this and the kids thought the pictures were ace!

slbhill42 · 23/03/2016 18:27

3 nights on the trot was enough for me, and thankfully my 3 year old's attention moved on after that! Definitely a good read though :-)

akbn · 22/03/2016 21:47

Thought it was a fab read, very enjoyable

grannybiker · 21/03/2016 11:19

We love books where funny voices can be used!

emms88 · 20/03/2016 19:20

Funny book with nice pictures.

Clairescottshug · 19/03/2016 15:17

Great book my kidlets love it and made me chuckle

HollybearFluffpuss · 19/03/2016 07:18

Both girls loved this, very clever and funny throughout.

bubblesbambam · 17/03/2016 13:20

Great fun story and we loved the illustrations!

fm201069 · 17/03/2016 07:28

It was ok. Funny in parts

mickaul232 · 16/03/2016 11:54

its very funny

Mozarmstrong · 16/03/2016 09:47

Oh this is funny clever and imaginative in the owls world. Think boys might laugh out loud more than girls. Well worth a read .

buckley1983 · 15/03/2016 22:57

This one was a winner from the off - we love owls & I'm certain Hoot will be become a feathered favourite, to join the likes of Plop ('The Owl who was afraid of the dark'), Owl from 'Meg & Mog' & the little chap from 'Wow said the owl'. Beautifully illustrated & perfect for younger children :)

jandoc · 15/03/2016 21:36

we really liked it

phillie1 · 15/03/2016 19:31

very funny

hann24 · 15/03/2016 17:51

Great read, owls are my favourite animal :)

stefalfie11 · 15/03/2016 14:46

The pictures are lovely and it got us all laughing away at it!

footdust · 15/03/2016 14:31

I read this to my daughter and ehe loved it! The pictures were super and gave us more to talk about. I'm looking forward to reading this to my nieces and nephews