"Odd Owls and Stout Pigs" by Arnold Lobel is a whimsical collection of short stories featuring unique animal characters, each with their own quirks and adventures. The narratives celebrate friendship, individuality, and the charmingly odd aspects of life through the interactions between strange owls and stout pigs. Readers are treated to delightful tales that blend humor with heartfelt moments, emphasizing the importance of embracing differences and finding joy in the unexpected. With Lobel's signature illustrations, the book invites children and adults alike to explore themes of acceptance and the beauty of companionship in a lighthearted and engaging way. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is part of a book series called Stories in Rhyme .

There are 32 pages in this book.

This is a picture book. A picture book uses pictures and text to tell the story. The number of words varies from zero ('wordless') to around 1k over 32 pages. Picture books are typically aimed at young readers (age 3-6) but can also be aimed at older children (7+).

This book was published in 2009 by HarperCollins Publishers Inc .

ARNOLD LOBEL is the author of 28 much-loved books for children, including the acclaimed Frog and Toad series. He won the 1981 Caldecott medal for his book Fables, having previously won a Caldecott Honor in 1971 for Frog and Toad are Friends and a Newbery Honor in 1973 for Frog and Toad Together. He illustrated over 70 books throughout his career. He died in 1987.