The story is simple and in easy to follow for middle-grade readers. Owl throws the annual fall feast, and this year his special guest is Platypus, all the way from Australia. Owl wants to prepare a special dish just for his guest from down under, and so he goes around the forest, asking his friends what would be a choice meal for a reptile/mammal and is shocked to learn that none of his guests liked or enjoyed eating the food he would prepare for them at the feasts.

For instance, the tortoise is a vegetarian and enjoys eating the floral centrepieces, and not the cricket chutney that Owl prepared for him. when Owl is surprised to learn that Groundhog has a taste for spicy food and not milk, like the Owl had incorrectly guessed.

It also teaches a very humble lesson in the end — never assume for someone. It is always the better choice to let people tell you what they want instead of you incorrectly guessing it or forcing your choices on them. It makes for a very awkward friendship and dinner conversation.

In the end, the Owl prepares a Vegemush, much to the amusement of his guests, and to Owl’s surprise, everyone pitches in and brings a dish to the table, a potluck if you please.

Gathered with his friends around a table laden with good food, the annual fall feast is a success.

The Illustrations are fabulous. I love it when illustrators anthropomorphise the animals, and give them human inventions — the Bear vacuuming his den was my personal favourite along with Sparrow’s house and Groundhog and Hare having lunch (a baked apple pie) on a boat!

All in all, an engaging book with brilliant illustrations.

The story gave off a little red hen type vibe. Forest animals tell the story of their plans for a fall feast together, but there are a few problems along the way.

3.5🌟

Thank you NetGalley and Charlesbridge for the ARC of Owl's Fall Feast Fiasco!!

I read this book to my upcoming first grader and she really liked this story! It's a good lesson on making assumptions about people because of stereotypes. It was an easy storyline for my daughter to pick up on.

I, personally, felt the storyline was a little choppy and the characters weren't very well introduced, but otherwise a very cute Fall story with a good lesson to learn.

A lovely story, with beautiful illustrations. It talks about the importance of friendship and community, and of not just assuming things, but asking if the others like our efforts. The illustrations are beautiful and add a lot to the story

Owl's Fall Feast Fiasco, written by Kristen Remenar and illustrated by Matt Faulkner, is a beautiful book in both story and pictures, that follows the learning curve experienced by Owl as he tries to accommodate the newest guest to his Fall Feast.
In the process of trying to plan food for Platypus, Owl comes to realize that he has been arbitrarily serving food that his other guests either don't enjoy or can't eat. Remenar deftly tells a tale of the importance of getting input from others, of friendship, and of community, all supported brilliantly with delightful and colourful illustrations by Faulkner. Along the way, readers or those read to will learn more about various animals, and the foods they prefer.
I am happy to have read this heartwarming story of #OwlsFallFeastFiasco, an ARC of which I received from #NetGalley. It is sure to become a family favourite.

Thank you to Net galley for this e-copy of Owl’s Fall Feast Fiasco in exchange for a honest review.This is a wonderful story that teaches a lesson.Owl has many friends that he invites to his fall feast and their is a new guest this year, Platypus.Owl thinks he knows what his friends like to eat but does he? See what happens when he makes everything that he thinks they will like.Great preschool story time book.

This book is a sweet celebration of community. It's also a gentle reminder that when you don't know something, sometimes it's best just to ask.

*Owl's Fall Feast Fiasco* by Kristen Remenar is a charming and heartwarming story perfect for young readers. In this book, Owl is excited to host a fall feast for all of his friends, with one special guest—Platypus from Australia. Owl is determined to impress Platypus, so he asks his friends for feedback on the dishes he usually serves at the feast. However, Owl is surprised to learn that none of his friends like the dishes he thought they would. In the end, Owl realizes that the most important thing about friends is accepting them for who they are, and they all gather around the table to enjoy a wonderful Fall Feast together.

The story is sweet and simple, with lovely illustrations that bring the characters and setting to life. I think the book is perfectly suited for young elementary students, with its message of friendship, acceptance, and the joy of sharing a meal. It’s a great reminder that the best part of any gathering is the people we share it with, not just the food. I would rate this 4 out of 5 stars. It’s a delightful read for the fall season! I received an advanced reader copy from NetGalley and Charlesbridge. Happy Fall!