A heartwarming classic full of animal antics from the author of The Owl Who Was Afraid of the Dark. Otto is a penguin chick, and while he knows this, he still has much to learn. Life at the end of the world is curious and can change in the blink of an eye. The next snowstorm, the next meal, and the threat of becoming orphaned are all challenges that must be overcome. But how will Otto and his friends manage it? In the only way penguins can – by taking care of each other.

Filled with gentle humor and comfort, Jill Tomlinson's animal stories have been loved by children for decades who want to snuggle up with a good book. Perfect for children aged 5 and up who love Julia Donaldson and Dick King-Smith's The Sheep-Pig. This edition is beautifully illustrated by Paul Howard.

Have you enjoyed all of Jill's animal stories?

• The Owl Who Was Afraid of the Dark
• The Cat Who Wanted to Go Home
• The Gorilla Who Wanted to Grow Up
• The Hen Who Wouldn't Give Up
• The Otter Who Wanted to Know
• The Penguin Who Wanted to Find Out

Jill Tomlinson never intended to become a writer. She trained to be an opera singer and then decided to start a family while her voice matured. But an illness intervened, and she had to find another outlet for her energies. She began a journalism course and decided in the third session that she wanted to write for children. And she did! Jill Tomlinson's animal stories are very popular and have been bestselling children's books for nearly four decades.