Description

“A heartwarming tale about a young girl’s determination to spot an owl, from Caldecott Medal-winning creator Matthew Cordell, author of *Wolf in the Snow.* This beautifully illustrated picture book encourages patience and perseverance, making it a meaningful read for anyone who has ever longed to catch a glimpse of these elusive birds in nature.

Where are you?
When will I see you?
What must I do
To find an owl?

Owls are quiet, watchful creatures of the night, carefully hidden from view. Ever since she can remember, Janie has dreamed of seeing one. She searches everywhere—on the prairie for short-eared owls, along the beach for snowy owls, and in the woods near her house for great horned owls. But no matter how hard she looks, she never finds one. As the months pass, she begins to wonder if she ever will.

Mr. Koji, her teacher and a fellow bird enthusiast, understands her longing. He, too, had to wait a long time before he finally saw an owl. With gentle encouragement, he tells her, “If you are very quiet and very patient, and if you look very closely, you might just find them.”

Then, on a snowy winter’s day, Janie and her mother venture once more into the woods. She looks carefully, scanning the trees. And there, high above her, something extraordinary is waiting to be discovered.

With stunning artwork and a heartfelt narrative, Matthew Cordell captures the beauty of persistence and the magic of a long-awaited moment. Perfect for readers of all ages, this touching story celebrates the joy of finding something truly special in the wild.”