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The Christmas Owl: Based on the True Story of a Little Owl Named Rockefeller Hardcover – Picture Book, October 5, 2021

by Gideon Sterer (Author), Ellen Kalish (Author), Ramona Kaulitzki (Illustrator)
4.8 out of 5 stars 1,550 ratings
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A New York Times bestseller (with a special sparkly cover)! Experience the beautiful story that captivated the country about a little owl found in the world's most famous Christmas tree. 

When Little Owl’s home is cut down by people saying it will make a beautiful Christmas tree, she’s not sure she wants anything to do with Christmas, whatever that means. But then she is saved by a woman named Ellen, whose house is merrily decorated for the holiday, and filled with birds who need someone to care for them. Surrounded by kindness and helpful new friends, Little Owl begins to wonder if Christmas might not be such a bad thing after all….
 
Co-written by Ellen Kalish, caretaker of the real owl found inside the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree, The Christmas Owl is a charming story of friendship, compassion, and the true meaning of this special time of year.
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  3. Language
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  4. Grade level
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  5. Dimensions
    8.9 x 0.65 x 11.3 inches
  6. Publisher
    Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
  7. Publication date
    October 5, 2021
  8. ISBN-10
    031629912X
  9. ISBN-13
    978-0316299121
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Find imagination and empathy in more sweet stories from Gideon Sterer! A gentle blend of spooky and sweet, this is a unique rhyming bedtime tale about storytime…and monsters. Explore every branch, nook, and cranny of a treetop utopia built by children and their animal friends in this immersive picture book. Experience the beautiful story that captivated the country about a little owl found in the world's most famous Christmas tree.

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About the Author

Ellen Kalish is the Executive Director of Ravensbeard Wildlife Center, a rehabilitation and educational center that focuses on rescue and release for wild birds. She served on the board for the New York State Wildlife Rehabilitation Council, and is the recipient of the William R. Ginsberg Stewardship Award from the Woodstock Land Conservancy and the Appreciation Award from the Catskill Exotic Bird Club. She invites you to visit her online at ravensbeard.org. 

Gideon Sterer is the author of From Ed’s to Ned’s, Not Your Nest!, The Night Knights, and The Midnight Fair, among others. Gideon grew up in the woods of upstate New York where his parents owned a little zoo, in which he would run around after-hours and let the animals out. He now lives in the Hudson Valley and invites you to visit him online at gideonsterer.com and @gideonsterer.

Ramona Kaulitzki is the illustrator of the #1 New York Times bestseller Sisters First, as well as Wonderful You, Badger’s Perfect Garden, and several others. She enjoys creating characters and breathing life into them while imagining the worlds in which they live, and her love of animals and nature is a major inspiration for her work. She invites you to visit her online at ramonakaulitzkiart.com and @ramonakaulitzki.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ October 5, 2021
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 40 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 031629912X
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0316299121
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 13.1 ounces
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 4 - 8 years, from customers
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8.9 x 0.65 x 11.3 inches
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ Preschool - 3
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.8 out of 5 stars 1,550 ratings

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Customers find this book tells a factual heartwarming story about an owl's rescue, with wonderfully sweet illustrations and colorful pages. Moreover, the book is well-suited for children, entertaining very young ones, and one customer notes it supports themes of caring and friendship. Additionally, customers consider it a perfect gift for Christmas or any time.

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99 customers mention "Story quality"95 positive4 negative

Customers appreciate the factual and heartwarming nature of the book, which tells the true story of an owl named Rockefeller.

"Super cute book and illustrations. I love that it’s a true story." Read more

"...Great story, good to read to early elementary students... pre-k to 3. Sound purchase." Read more

"...person but this book is just beautiful, sweet and since based on a true story teaches not only the beauty of Christmas but also the importance of..." Read more

"Wonderful story well told for young children. My granddaughter loves this about a real own." Read more

79 customers mention "Illustrations"79 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the book's illustrations, describing them as beautifully illustrated with colorful graphics, and noting that the back of the book includes pictures.

"...The illustrations are beautiful and the story is well written. Great addition to his library." Read more

"This is such a beautiful book, it’s hard cover and a great price for the quality, it has little sparkles on the cover and in the back of the book..." Read more

"...Beautiful illustrations and story for kids" Read more

"It is a beautifully illustrated and a wonderful story. I loved it and so did the child I purchased it for." Read more

40 customers mention "Book for kids"40 positive0 negative

Customers find this book well-suited for children, particularly early elementary students, with one customer noting it's perfect for reading to grandchildren.

"One of my favorite Christmas books to read to the kids! Such cute story!" Read more

"...This is my favorite tradition and this is one of my favorite Christmas books! It's written so well...." Read more

"...Great story, good to read to early elementary students... pre-k to 3. Sound purchase." Read more

"...It was great story for the little granddaughter to read about the true story of an Owl which traveled from upstate NY in the Rockafeller Christmas..." Read more

18 customers mention "Message"18 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the heartwarming message of the book, which documents a real Christmas story, with one customer noting how it supports themes of caring and friendship.

"...It's written so well. The story is entertaining and filled with kindness. The illustrations are beautiful...." Read more

"...a lot of background on the Rockefeller tree and can be tied to other holiday stories...." Read more

"Love this story!! This is such a cute Christmas story! Love the illustrations!" Read more

"...Supports the theme of caring and friendship. The kids loved it!" Read more

13 customers mention "Gift value"13 positive0 negative

Customers find the book to be a perfect gift for Christmas or anytime, with one customer noting it includes an owl Christmas ornament.

"...and good book for elementary to middle school students, very nice gift idea for younger ages, the parent can read the book to the child" Read more

"...A wonderful holiday book that will surely be brought out all year long," Read more

"...I gave it as a gift and included an owl Christmas ornament." Read more

"This book is a perfect gift for Christmas or anytime, really. I gave it to my 5 year old grandson & he loved it...." Read more

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Customers find the book sweet.

"...animal lover and an emotional person but this book is just beautiful, sweet and since based on a true story teaches not only the beauty of Christmas..." Read more

"...I am so glad they turned this true story into a book. It's so sweet and the illustrations are beautiful." Read more

"...the story, and the fact that it is based on a real owl is just so endearing...." Read more

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  • Maria
    5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful illustrations
    Reviewed in the United States on May 28, 2025
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    I purchase a new Christmas book and pajamas for my son to open Christmas eve. The illustrations are beautiful and the story is well written. Great addition to his library.
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  • Keely McDannel
    5.0 out of 5 stars Favorite Christmas book!
    Reviewed in the United States on May 14, 2025
    Format: HardcoverVerified Purchase
    One of my favorite Christmas books to read to the kids! Such cute story!
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  • Jodie B.
    5.0 out of 5 stars Students love this book
    Reviewed in the United States on April 10, 2025
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    Super cute book and illustrations. I love that it’s a true story.
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  • Ashley Mathews
    5.0 out of 5 stars SO cute
    Reviewed in the United States on March 8, 2025
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    This book was my son's absolute favorite Christmas book this year. Can't wait to get it out again!
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  • Lauren Churchwell
    5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful
    Reviewed in the United States on December 16, 2024
    Format: HardcoverVerified Purchase
    This is such a beautiful book, it’s hard cover and a great price for the quality, it has little sparkles on the cover and in the back of the book real pictures of the little owl and a little extra reading. It almost made me tear up, I am an animal lover and an emotional person but this book is just beautiful, sweet and since based on a true story teaches not only the beauty of Christmas but also the importance of wildlife.
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  • Cara V.
    5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful Book
    Reviewed in the United States on January 1, 2025
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    Since I was a baby my Mom has given me a Christmas book every single year. After Thanksgiving, we take out the book box and read one together. I am 43 years old and this is the book she got me this year. This is my favorite tradition and this is one of my favorite Christmas books! It's written so well. The story is entertaining and filled with kindness. The illustrations are beautiful. This book is just special and would make a great gift for anyone.
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  • Keldo
    4.0 out of 5 stars Lovely Book for Holiday Reading!
    Reviewed in the United States on April 23, 2025
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    Nice large beautifully bound book with cute colorful illustrations...perfect for sharing. Interesting because it is based on a true story...bonus photos of the real owl at the back of the book are a nice touch. Great story, good to read to early elementary students... pre-k to 3. Sound purchase.
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  • Nett
    5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful little book.
    Reviewed in the United States on February 24, 2025
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    It is a beautifully illustrated and a wonderful story. I loved it and so did the child I purchased it for.
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  • Alessandra
    5.0 out of 5 stars La tenerezza
    Reviewed in Italy on April 17, 2023
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    Semplice e bello.
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  • V. A. Hutton
    5.0 out of 5 stars Charming story based on true events.
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 3, 2025
    Format: PaperbackVerified Purchase
    Really sweet story and lovely illustrations. The Co-author’s synopsis of the real story with pictures at the end is a really nice touch.
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  • Helen Z
    5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful book
    Reviewed in Canada on December 7, 2023
    Format: HardcoverVerified Purchase
    Lovely illustrations and story. Highly recommended. Bought for my 6 year old granddaughter and she loves the story. Also bought a feathered owl ornament to go with the book. It hangs on the little Christmas tree in here room.
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  • guiditta
    5.0 out of 5 stars Sehr suesse Geschichte
    Reviewed in Germany on December 26, 2023
    Format: PaperbackVerified Purchase
    Das ist eine sehr empfehlenswerte Weihnachtsgeschichte…sehr berührend…übermittelt subtil die wahren Werte von Weihnachten ….wunderschöne Illustrationen.
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  • Mamá México
    5.0 out of 5 stars elegante
    Reviewed in Mexico on October 23, 2023
    Format: HardcoverVerified Purchase
    muy bien hecho e impresion de calidad, un cuento emotivo y de calidad.
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