  | Redlocks and the three bears Author: Rueda, Claudia | |
| Price: $21.88 | ||
Summary:
In this fairy tale mixup, the Three Bears get an unexpected visit from Redlocks (otherwise known as Little Red Riding Hood) who has fled her book to get away from the wolf--and the Bears, with some help from the Three Little Pigs, need to mediate between Redlocks and the misunderstood wolf.
Reviews:
Kirkus Reviews (10/15/21)
Booklist (11/01/21)
Full Text Reviews:
Booklist - 11/01/2021 Just as Mama Bear serves the porridge, someone knocks on the door. Little Red “from the book next door,” afraid of the Big Bad Wolf in her own story, asks for help. Papa and Mama Bear give her shelter. After Little Red eats all the porridge, breaks Little Bear’s chair, and goes to sleep in his bed, he can’t get to sleep. When he spies the wolf and yells, they run next door to the Three Little Pigs’ book. Returning home later, they find the lonely wolf in tears. They feed him, introduce him to Little Red, and send them away smiling. And later, when a girl with golden curls knocks, they simply lock the door. Soft, overlapping strokes of colored pencils define the rounded forms of the characters, the curving shapes of their surroundings, and the delicate drawings framing the text. From the tone of the text to the look of the art, there’s a gentle quality to this pastiche that gives it considerable child-appeal. An amusing choice for kids who know their nursery tales. - Copyright 2021 Booklist.
School Library Journal - 11/01/2021 PreS-Gr 2—Classic fairy tales collide in this self-aware spin on "Little Red Riding Hood" and "Goldilocks and the Three Bears." Seeking an escape from the Big Bad Wolf, Red Riding Hood exits her own book and knocks on the door of The Three Bears, who reluctantly give her refuge. Porridge is eaten, chairs are broken, and beds are slept in—when suddenly the Wolf arrives and the characters scurry over to the next book, invading The Three Little Pigs' home. It turns out the Big Bad Wolf isn't so bad after all, and with an act of kindness from Little Bear, the book ends happily. Softly rounded pencil illustrations catch the eye with luminous blends of colors and delicate lines, while attractive typesetting and decorative borders lend a storybook aesthetic to the pages. The uncomplicated prose makes for an appealing read-aloud, and positive themes of empathy and understanding will resonate with audiences of all ages. VERDICT A pleasing addition to large picture book collections, especially where fairy tales are popular.—Allison Tran, Mission Viejo Lib., CA - Copyright 2021 Publishers Weekly, Library Journal and/or School Library Journal used with permission.
