Kirkus Star
THE KIRKUS STAR
Awarded to Books of Exceptional Merit

BROWSE BOOK REVIEWS




'Three Little Pigs' Any Which Way You Want (page 4)


Showing

Cover art for THREE LITTLE DASSIES
CHILDREN'S
Released: Sept. 1, 2010
by Jan Brett, illustrated by Jan Brett

"Beguiling. (Picture book. 4-8)"
Mashing up the ever-popular English story of "The Three Little Pigs" with her Namibian experiences, Brett uses her magical watercolor-and-gouache paintings to create a distinctive visual world. Read full book review >
Cover art for THE THREE LITTLE PIGS
CHILDREN'S
Released: Feb. 16, 2011
by Nosy Crow, illustrated by Ed Bryan, developed by Nosy Crow

"It amply shows that this old dog—er, pig—can still learn new tricks. (iPad storybook app. 5-7)"
This, the umpteenth app based on the familiar tale, rises far above most of its brethren. Read full book review >
Cover art for HUFF & PUFF
CHILDREN'S
Released: March 1, 2012
by Claudia Rueda, illustrated by Claudia Rueda

"A good chance for youngsters to relish enacting the wicked role while still getting a (not particularly logical, but who cares) friendly reconciliation at the end. (Picture book. 1-3)"
This sweet little bare-bones version of "The Three Pigs" places readers in an active role. Read full book review >
Cover art for WOLF WON'T BITE!
CHILDREN'S
Released: March 20, 2012
by Emily Gravett, illustrated by Emily Gravett

"A slightly cryptic but satisfying wolf/pig reversal. (Picture book. 2-5)"
Three carny pigs push a patient wolf too far in Gravett's latest. Read full book review >