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Holly Hobbie

    Holly Hobbie is an artist celebrated for her distinctive artwork, primarily recognized for the charming character of a little girl in a rag dress and bonnet. Her creations, initially gracing greeting cards, quickly captured the public's imagination and affection. Hobbie's unique artistic style evokes a sense of nostalgic innocence and simplicity. This instantly recognizable aesthetic has cemented her status as a beloved and influential artist.

    Toot&Puddle Get with the beat
    Elmore and Pinky
    Charming Opal
    Toot & Puddle: Let It Snow
    Toot & Puddle: You Are My Sunshine
    Toot & Puddle [With Postcard]
    • Bestselling and beloved characters Toot and Puddle return twenty-five years after their debut with a brand-new story full of the same charm and whimsy that originally made they so popular.Toot & Puddle, with help from cousin Opal, are planting the dream garden they've always wanted. But when the plants arrive, so does trouble. Someone or some thing keeps eating all of the spinach! Not wanting to share with the thief, they try everything from putting up signs to fencing the garden in, all to keep out the unwanted visitor. When the trio finally does find out who's eating all the vegetables, they decide that maybe sharing is the best way to go after all.Holly Hobbie renders these beloved characters in exquisite watercolor, and has us rooting for them to the end.

      Toot and Puddle: How Does Your Garden Grow?2021
      3.7
    • Elmore and Pinky

      • 40 pages
      • 2 hours of reading

      A prickly porcupine searches for a best friend in this sequel to Elmore from Toot & Puddle author Holly Hobbie. Elmore the porcupine feels warm and comfortable in his neighborhood, and has many friends. But lately he has been feeling that he is missing someone, someone who will always be there -- a best friend. His uncle assures him that those kinds of friendships just happen over time, but determined Elmore goes out in search of one anyway. Then Elmore meets Pinky, a skunk who has a similar problem. Likely companions for Pinky are deterred because...well, he stinks! As the two commiserate and spend time together, they accept each other's shortcomings and develop what each of them wants most: a real friendship with a best friend. Holly Hobbie tenderly renders these sweet and relatable characters in exquisite watercolor, and has us rooting for them to the end.

      Elmore and Pinky2020
      3.7
    • Toot & Puddle: Let It Snow

      • 32 pages
      • 2 hours of reading

      Coming to paperback with a brand new cover just in time for the holidays, this Toot and Puddle story evokes the warmth of friendship and the coziness of the season. How do you find the best Christmas present ever for your best friend in the whole wide world? That's what Toot is trying to find out, and Puddle is having just as much trouble. With a nod to previous books in the bestselling Toot & Puddle series, Holly Hobbie shows readers that the best kind of present for the best kind of friend is one that shows just how much you care.

      Toot & Puddle: Let It Snow2016
      4.2
    • It's summertime, and Toot and Puddle's little cousin, Opal, is visiting Woodcock Pocket when she discovers that she has a loose tooth. Opal carefully places it under her pillow and hopes the tooth fairy will bring her a shiny quarter. Worried that the tooth fairy might get lost on the way, Puddle puts on a special costume so that Opal won't be disappointed. But will the real tooth fairy show up after all?

      Charming Opal2011
      4.0
    • Toot and Puddle are the best of friends. But when Toot leaves Woodcock Pocket to travel and see the world, Puddle chooses to stay at home. Just when Puddle begins to miss his old friend, he embarks on some of his own adventures-right at home. Finally, after Toot returns from his year-long trip, the two discover that true friendship knows no boundaries. With a delightful mix of humor, warmth, and a classic style all her own, Holly Hobbie captures the all excitement and joy that surround adventures-near and far-and reminds readers that true friendship knows no boundaries.

      Toot & Puddle [With Postcard]2010
      4.4
    • Toot&Puddle Get with the beat

      • 24 pages
      • 1 hour of reading

      While Puddle is busy enjoying the "music" of Woodcock Pocket, Toot is off to the Congo on an African adventure. "Be sure to listen to the music of the jungle!" Puddle reminds Toot as he takes off, but Toot isn’t so sure he’s good at listening to the music. That’s until he meets a tribe of Bambuti Pygmy Pigs who are good at two things: gathering honey to trade and playing music! They encourage Toot to "get with the beat" and soon he’s singing, dancing, and drumming up a storm all over the jungle.Meanwhile, inspired by a postcard Toot has sent of his new friends, Puddle decides he should find an instrument too. He searches all around the house for something he can play. An over-turned water barrel just might do the trick! Boy, will he have a surprise when Toot gets back! This musical journey both home and abroad ends with laughter and joy and reminds us that music can be found just about anywhere you’re willing to look.

      Toot&Puddle Get with the beat2009
      3.3
    • It’s a hot, hot day in Woodcock Pocket. Perfect weather for the swing that Puddle has made beside the pond for his friend Opal. But when they return for a swing and a splash, all that’s left is the rope. The tire is GONE! They attach another tire but the very next day, it happens again...and AGAIN! Toot and Puddle have a mystery to solve: The Mystery of the Disappearing Swing.

      Toot&Puddle The mystery of the disappearing swing2008
      3.5
    • Come with Toot and Puddle as they set off from home in Woodcock Pocket to visit Paris and discover all things French—especially the yummy cuisine. The Great Cheese Chase is on! They first spot chocolate...then blueberry crepes...mmmm...almond croissants...and mmmmmmm, macaroons! When they finally arrive at Le Chateau de Fromage they are TOO FULL FOR FROMAGE! So Toot and Puddle decide to take some back to friends. But why is it half-eaten when they finally get home and open it? TOOT? WHY HAVE YOU GONE ROUGE?

      Toot&Puddle The great cheese chase2008
      3.3
    • Toot & Puddle

      • 32 pages
      • 2 hours of reading

      Celebrate the 10th Anniversary of Toot & Puddle with this redesigned hardcover edition of the story that started a series. This anniversary edition of the book includes a limited edition Holly Hobbie print suitable for framing. One day Toot takes off to see the world, while Puddle decides to stay home. This is the story of their wonderful adventures both far away and right at home. It's a story about being yourself and being a good friend.

      Toot & Puddle2007
    • Die Glücksnuss: Weihnachten ohne Drops, das kann sich sein Freund Krümel beim besten Willen nicht vorstellen. Doch die Zeit wird knapp und Drops ist noch immer nicht von seiner Reise zur Urgrosstante zurückgekehrt. So beginnt Krümel mit allen Weihnachtsvorbereitungen alleine. Als es überdies noch fest zu schneien anfängt, fühlt er sich ganz verzweifelt. Derweil kämpft sich Drops durch den tiefen Schnee und kommt kaum vorwärts. Da spürt er die von der Urgrosstante geschenkte Glücksnuss in seiner Tasche und wünscht sich ganz fest zu Krümel. Und das Wunder geschieht! Mit dem Weihnachtsmann geht's nun auf schnellstem Weg nach Hause, Krümel und Drops feiern ein wunderschönes Weihnachten - gemeinsam. Ab 3 Jahren, gut, Eveline Zwahlen-Ruf.

      Die abenteuerliche Weihnachts-Reise2004