About This Book
In this heartwarming installment of the Toot & Puddle series, Puddle faces anxiety when his globe-trotting friend Toot doesn't come home as planned. Driven by loyalty, Puddle sets out on an unexpected adventure to find him, traveling through diverse landscapes like France and the mountains of Nepal. This gentle chapter book, suitable for ages 4-11, beautifully explores themes of friendship, worry, perseverance, and the joy of reunion, all brought to life by Holly Hobbie's exquisite watercolor illustrations. It's a wonderful story for discussing emotions and the bonds of friendship.
When Toot doesn't return home to Woodcock Pocket as expected, Puddle becomes worried and decides he must go find him. His search leads him on a remarkable adventure, and to new summits of friendship. As ever, Holly Hobbie's extraordinary watercolor illustrations are at once funny and moving as they bring to life this whimsical tale of the inimitable Toot and Puddle.
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Discussion Prompts
1
How do you think Puddle felt when Toot didn't come home? What would you do if your best friend was missing?
2
What makes Toot and Puddle such good friends? What qualities do you look for in a friend?
3
Puddle was very brave to go looking for Toot. What is something brave you have done?
4
Toot travels to many interesting places. Where would you like to travel, and why?
5
How does the story show that it's okay to feel worried, and how can we help our friends when they are worried?
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