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Little Hoo

El Pequeno Hoo va a la Playa/ Little Hoo goes to the Beach

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Little Hoo is a scaredy-owl but he's ready for his first visit to the beach. He might be anxious about sharks, seaweed and pinching crabs, but he soon discovers that playing at the beach is lots of fun. This bilingual book for preschoolers is part of the Little Hoo series which also includes Be Mine, Who's There, Little Hoo?, Who's Coming for Dinner, Little Hoo? and Merry Christmas, Little Hoo!. This bilingual Spanish/English picture book is perfect for bilingual families, classrooms and English or Spanish language learner.

24 pages, Paperback

First published March 1, 2015

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Brenda Ponnay

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6,418 reviews147 followers
April 13, 2017
This adorable book tells about the fears of Little Hoo, a young owl, who is getting ready to go to the beach. He has many fears and they are all illustrated with large, fun, colourful images. Is he afraid of sharks, crabs, large waves or other things. All he has to do is hold onto his parent's hands and they will keep him safe.

This is a fun story for little ones with a happy ending. Little Hoo goes to the beach and has fun building sandcastles with his friends. The illustrations are cute and go very well with the story. Little Hoo is cute and I think kids will identify with him. My grandson enjoyed talking about the illustrations and comparing what he saw in them to what he sees on the beach when he visits his Nona's cottage. A great addition to a family library or a kindergarten/pre-school classroom. The publisher generously provided me with a copy of this book via Netgalley.
Profile Image for Kathleen.
977 reviews
May 22, 2017
LITTLE HOO GOES TO THE BEACH by Brenda Ponnay is fun to read! This 24 page book for preschoolers is about a scaredy little owl named Hoo. Is he ready for his first day at the beach?
The beautiful illustrations are simplistic and colourful. Preschoolers will love LITTLE HOO GOES TO THE BEACH! This book is perfect for libraries, Nursery schools, Primary schools, Kindergartens, Playgroups, Doctors' and Dentists' waiting rooms, in your car, or even in your beach bag! It also would make a great gift for your favourite preschooler!
There are several other Little Hoo books that you will want at home or in your library - Happy Birthday, Little Hoo!, Merry Christmas, Little Hoo!, Who's There, Little Hoo?, Who's Coming for Dinner, Little Hoo?, and Be Mine.
I give this delightful book 5 shining stars.

Special thanks to NetGalley and Xist Publishing for providing me with a digital copy of LITTLE HOO GOES TO THE BEACH enabling me to read it and write a review.
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1,223 reviews
May 23, 2017
I received this arc from Netgalley for an honest review. This is another great Little Hoo book perfect for little ones who might be scared of the beach. Little Hoo is scared of the beach. There is so much to be scared about with the water and the sharks and all the other sea creatures. It's okay Little Hoo, there are lots to see at the beach.
May 4, 2017
~Disclaimer~
I received this book for free from the publisher in exchange for an honest review. This in no way affected my opinion of the book, or the content of my review.
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It is the perfect day to go to the beach but Little Hoo is afraid. What is he afraid of waves? Sharks? Kelp? Crabs? All of these fears are put to rest with fun and colourful illustrations. I loved this book. It was fun, bright and colourful. This is the perfect book to read in preparation for a beach day. It will introduce your child to things that can be found at the beach. At the same time letting them know not to be frightened by them. I recommend this book for the summer.


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126 reviews6 followers
June 14, 2017
Darling illustrations. A fun, quaint read about an Owl at the beach. Although the owl is anxious about the new and sometimes frightening things he encounters on his trip to the beach, he realizes that sometimes these fears and anxieties can be overcome and enjoyed. Perfect for very young readers.
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November 19, 2021
Good read

Simple and illustrated for little ones to understand and enjoy before a trip to the beach. A bilingual book we have been looking for.
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1,444 reviews11 followers
May 25, 2022
Very simple introduction to a visit to the beach, addressing common fears children might have. I'm not a huge fan of the very simple, blocky digital illustrations.
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720 reviews72 followers
June 1, 2020
I just read this with my five year old son and two year old daughter.

This is our fourth book by this author and we are loving the Little Hoo books.

All questions answered by my son (Nicholas).

Do you like this book?
Nicholas said "yep"

What do you think of the cover?
Nicholas said "Cool"

Do you want me to read it again?
Nicholas said "Yes"
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4,848 reviews28 followers
May 1, 2017
A simple primer to get the littlest of kids ready for the beach. A cute story, with an odd but adorable pairing of an owl and a pussycat.
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492 reviews10 followers
December 3, 2017
This book is great for little kids that are a little apprehensive about trying new things. It explains all the new things you will find on your first beach trip and even to stay away from some while others are fun to explore. I recommend this to any little kids that are going to go to the beach, have been to the beach, want to learn more about the beach or just want to read a nice story about Little Hoo as it explores the world.
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Author 1 book7 followers
April 22, 2017
This beach themed entry in the Little Hoo series is the perfect way to allay a toddler's fears and prepare them for a day at the beach. As always, the illustrations are vibrant and cheerful. The length and complexity of the narrative are perfect for toddlers, who will certainly want to read this story again and again.
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