Otis and the Scarecrow

In this picture book, when the farmer places a new scarecrow in the cornfield, Otis the tractor and his farm animal friends try to befriend the silent, frowning figure, but the scarecrow never responds. As summer fades into fall, the animals keep offering friendly smiles and gentle gestures, hoping to coax a smile from their gloomy neighbor. When a chilly rain drives everyone indoors, Otis invites the scarecrow to share a warm, quiet game, revealing that a little patience and kindness can turn even the grumpiest frown into a smile.