Again, Hobbie keeps the story itself simple but the message is a rather complex concept that even adults can learn from. The sun is shining, the birds are singing, and the flowers are in full bloom- so why is Toot so blue In an effort to cheer up his best friend, Puddle bakes Toots favorite berry cobbler, takes him on a river rafting adventure, invites all of their friends over for a fun-filled day of games and sing-alongs, but nothing seems to help. But it is helpful for them to simply know their friends are there for them if when the thunderstorm passes and they still need some cheering up. There will be times in a child's life, and in adults’ lives for that matter, when friends need space and time to find their own happiness. Toot and Puddle are an excellent pair of buddies on par with Frog and Toad, You Are My Sunshinetakes the unique approach in demonstrating that there are times in a friendship when one friend may not be able to make another feel better when he or she is down. However, the simplicity of the stories does not take away for the important morals Hobbie is trying to convey.

Hobbie keeps the stories simple so children can enjoy them on their own without the help of a parent or teacher. Holly Hobbie brings to life the world of two piggies who are the best of friends with her bestselling Toot & Puddle series. One cannot read these heartwarming tales, and see the adorable Toot and Puddle, along with their other friends in Woodcock Pocket, without smiling. This is a delightful series, and You are My Sunshine does not disappoint. Toot & Puddle You Are My Sunshinealso shows kids that is also okay to be mopey and sad sometimes for no reason at all 'sometimes you need a big whopping thunderstorm to clear the air,' as Toot says. While Puddle tries to cheer Toot up, children are reminded of the lengths that friends go to for one another. Toot & Puddle You Are My Sunshinetells the simple story of a sad pig who is made happy again after a big thunderstorm. The Toot & Puddle series written and illustrated by Holly Hobbie presents a wonderful opportunity for children four to seven to learn to read independently.

Toot and puddle you are my sunshine