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Reviewed on September 1, 2012 | Nonfiction
PreS-Gr 3–Don’s skillful retelling is grounded in the cautionary tale’s traditional cadences and plot but refreshed with unique elements. While the wide-set eyes of the modern girl in the red cloak seem to take in quite a lot, she is, necessarily, naive. After describing her destination and the contents of her basket (lemonade and cakes), Red falls for the wolf’s suggestion: “Could you take something else, something which will last a few days?” She stops to pick flowers. Chauffrey’s acrylic and pencil scenes are composed...Log In or Sign Up to Read More