They love to verbalize the story, which reinforces the concept that ink on a page can be translated into ideas and words. Owly provides an opportunity for young children to ‘read’ the pictures in order and follow the story. Sequential art (wordless comics) like Owly can take learning to the next level, asking kids to follow a sequence of illustrations that form a story.
It can be represented by a photograph of an owl, a stylized or ‘cartoon’ illustration of an owl, or letters forming the word ‘owl.’ Most children begin to make this transition from concrete to abstract through picture books, with a single illustration on each page. For example, an owl is a bird that flies at night and hoots. Young children are just beginning to learn that concrete objects can be represented in different ways. The remarkable thing about Owly is that these stories appeal just as much to adults as they do to children, and even the youngest can “read” the stories. Runton’s simple, black and white drawings are full of expression and emotion, and every tale conveys the value of compassion, bravery, tenacity, and, most of all, kindness. In these mostly wordless comics, the characters “speak” in symbols and pictures. You can read several short Owly stories for free at author Andy Runton’s site. While Wormy is able to win shy Rocky over quickly, it turns out that flying squirrels are afraid of owls! Will Wormy’s new friend be able to accept Owly? Can Rocky help Owly overcome his childhood fear and finally fly? In Owly tales, a little bravery and a lot of friendship can fix just about anything. In Flying Lessons, Owly and Wormy glimpse a mysterious new neighbor, a flying squirrel, and are eager to become friends. Visit him online at Andy Runton’s Owly stories star a kind-hearted (vegetarian) owl who, along with his best friend Wormy, has sweet adventures and makes lots of new forest friends. Andy lives in the greater Atlanta area where he works full-time as a writer and illustrator.
The Owly books have been praised for their charm, wisdom, and warmth by Booklist, and said they are one of the best comics for kids around. Through a unique blend of words and symbols, Owly can be read by the youngest readers, and is a great introduction to graphic novelsĪndy Runton is the award-winning creator of Owly, which has earned him multiple awards, including the Eisner Award for Best Publication for a Younger Audience. Can Owly overcome his fears? And will Shadow be able to do the same? When Wormy gets stuck high up in a tree, Owly's own fear of flying keeps him grounded. Wormy tries to convince Shadow that she can trust Owly, but she's still scared. Owly and Wormy love making new friends, and when they spot an unfamiliar animal flying through the trees, they can't wait to meet her Unfortunately, Shadow the flying squirrel doesn't want to be friends with Owly because she's afraid of him.
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