The Lonely Otter
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Picture Book · Ages 3–5 · 2023

The Lonely Otter

By DK

Part of the First Seasonal Stories series

A shy otter musters courage to find friendship in the sea.

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18 pages
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Otto, a lonely otter, struggles with shyness and dreams of friendship. When he spots another solitary otter, he faces a choice: stay in his comfort zone or bravely swim towards potential companionship. Will Otto find the courage to connect and discover the true meaning of love? This heartwarming tale explores themes of bravery, self-love, and the magic of friendship, inviting young readers to join Otto on his journey from solitude to connection. Dive into this enchanting story and see if Otto finds his perfect match in the vast ocean.

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An adorable introduction to friendship for pre-readers, this picture book follows the journey of an otter teaching little ones about courage and the true meaning of love.Nobody knows what it means to be alone more than Otto, the lonely otter. Otto is very shy, so some things are just harder for him to do… like making friends. When Otto spots another otter, all on her own, he thinks he’s finally found someone just like him. But can he pluck up the courage to swim across and meet her? This lovely, heartwarming book about being brave and daring to step out of the shadows reminds little ones that being alone doesn’t always mean you are lonely. This Valentine’s-inspired book for children aged 0-5 is from the bestselling series that includes The Happy Pumpkin, The Grumpy Reindeer and The Sleepy Bunny and shows children the magic of friendship. This children’s book on friendship offers: - A sweet story for the love-liest time of the year, about a shy otter who finds joy in being alone, while also finding the courage to step out of his comfort zone and make room for others. - A gentle introduction to discussing emotions, boosting self-esteem, overcoming worries and building positive relationships.- Beautifully illustrated pages that accompany the charming narrative text.- A small format with sturdy pages that is suitable for small hands to hold. Dive into the sea and meet a lonely otter, who learns a lesson in love: loving himself and finding his place with others. Featuring whimsical illustrations and an exciting shiny cover, this book is sure to make its way into the hearts of adults and children alike, as they follow along to see if this lonely otter ever finds his perfect match! More in the SeriesAt DK, we believe in the power of discovery. So why stop there? If you like The Lonely Otter, then why not try other titles in this bestselling board book series? Go on a Halloween adventure with The Happy Pumpkin, or get ready for the festive season with The Grumpy Reindeer!

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Format
Board Book
Pages
18
Reading age
3–5
Audience
Board
Themes & topics
Books about friendshipBooks about animalsBooks about feelings and emotionsBooks about loveBooks about valentines
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Published
December 5, 2023
Publisher
DK CHILDREN
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780744085327

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