“There are several copies of this book on the bookshelves in my classroom. Over the years I have heard of this book. Recently at a grade level meeting, a couple of my colleagues recommended this book. We have a class set on order for next year. Based on their recommendations, I read this book.
The tale is good. I like how Little Willie unabashedly assumes leadership. His grandfather reared him well.
The book is a quick read. The head-to-head match with Stone Fox was quite predictable. Frankly, I thought the culminating scene was too contrived. The writing up to the end was very good, but the ending really wiped out a nice little tale.
While I will use this book with students as it is appropriate for fourth graders, this book isn't one I will be eager to re-visit.”
Batona wrote this review Monday, May 12 2008.
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