When Toot doesn't return home to Woodcock Pocket as expected, Puddle becomes worried and decides he must go find him. His search leads him on a remarkable adventure, and to new summits of friendship. As ever, Holly Hobbie's extraordinary watercolor illustrations are at once funny and moving as they bring to life this whimsical tale of the inimitable Toot and Puddle.

"Based on Toot & Puddle by Holly Hobbie."

"Based on Toot & Puddle by Holly Hobbie."

Opal's new friend Daphne seems to be the best at everything she does, but Toot and Puddle see another side of her.

It's Toot's birthday, and Puddle wants to get him the best present ever! He goes to the Blue Ox Bookstore, but he can't find the right book. He visits a hardware store, a sports shop, an appliance store - but nothing is quite special enough for his best friend. Puddle wonders if he will ever find the perfect gift in time for the party, but just as he is about to give up, Toot's present finds him. With a delightful mix of humor, warmth, and a classic style all her own, Holly Hobbie captures all the magic, fun, and joy that surrounds birthdays and celebrations. Best of all, this deluxe paperback edition comes with a greeting card that kids can punch-out, personalize, and send off to someone special.

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.

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