Eva and the Lost Pony : A Branches Book (Paperback) (Rebecca Elliott)

About the Book

Eva decides that warning all the animals in the forest about the approaching storm is a perfect way to prove herself worthy of taking the Owl Oath. But when she stops to help a lost pony and they get caught in the storm, they take shelter in a cave and end up helping each other to stay brave. Full color.

Book Synopsis

A big storm is coming to Treetopolis!

Pick a book. Grow a Reader!This series is part of Scholastic's early chapter book line, Branches, aimed at newly independent readers. With easy-to-read text, high-interest content, fast-paced plots, and illustrations on every page, these books will boost reading confidence and stamina. Branches books help readers grow!In the eighth book in this USA Today bestselling series, a big storm is coming to Treetopolis! Eva and her classmates are also getting ready to take their very important Owl Oath -- a promise to protect the other animals in the forest by being brave and wise and kind. Eva needs to come up with a project that proves she is ready to take the oath. When the storm hits, Eva tries to help a lost pony. But it's so rainy and windy that she gets caught in the storm, too! Will Eva be brave and wise and kind enough to save the day?

From the Back Cover

A big storm is coming to Treetopolis! Eva wants to help everyone stay safe--and she wants to prove that she is ready to take her Owl Oath. So Eva tries to help a lost pony get home. But it's so rainy and windy that they BOTH get caught in the storm! Can Eva save the day?

Review Quotes

A USA Today bestseller!Praise for Owl Diaries #1: Eva's Treetop Festival: Bright and colorful digital illustrations, large type, frequent speech bubbles and a familiar story make this accessible to emerging readers... This series promises to fill a niche for [new readers.] Keep flapping, Eva! -- Kirkus ReviewsAppealing visuals (the text and art are set against the lined pages of Eva's diary), punny dialogue, a few pratfalls, and Eva's unflagging enthusiasm make for lively reading. -- Publishers WeeklyThis early chapter book is a nice step between first readers and series such as Barbara Parks's 'Junie B. Jones' and Mary Pope Osborne's 'Magic Tree House.' -- School Library JournalThe colorful, adorable illustrations will be irresistible to young readers. The simple text interspersed with speech bubble dialogue will engage beginning and intermediate readers alike. This appealing chapter book will be a nice addition to a library's young reader section. -- Library Media Connection

About The Author

Rebecca Elliott has illustrated many children's books, including Kiss, Kiss Good Night. She wrote and illustrated the Owl Diaries series, Just Because, and Zoo Girl (which was nominated for the Kate Greenaway Medal). She lives with her family in the countryside of Suffolk, England. Visit her at rebeccaelliott.com.