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Little Red
Little Red Riding Hood meets a wolf on her way through the woods to visit her sick grandmother. The wolf is hungry, and Red Riding Hood looks tasty, so he hatches a dastardly plan, gobbles up Grandma and lies in wait. So far, so familiar. But this Little Red Riding Hood is not easily fooled, and this big bad wolf better watch his back. In this defiant interpretation of the traditional tale, the cheeky, brave little girl seizes control of her own story (and the wolf gets rather more than he bargained for).
32 pages, Hardcover
First published April 1, 2016
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November 26, 2017
Told along the lines of Little Red Riding Hood, this story explores the journey taken by Little Red. A cunning little girl, Red knows all too well that the Wolf has a dastardly plan. Red arrives to see her grandmother, but sees that the Wolf has other plan. By the end, Little Red has her own ideas and takes the upper hand. Neo liked this story, as it kept it attention throughout. He was eager to see just how funny Red could be when she was able to outsmart the Wolf.
November 2, 2015
This book has wonderful black and gray drawings with a little red on each page.
It's a short retelling where Red takes care of herself thank you very much.
The only thing I would have liked to see was a page showing Grandma coming out OK (since we're dealing with really young readers as a target audience). If you have sensitive children you may want to preview the grandma situation since she isn't mentioned after getting eaten by the wolf.
Thank you Netgalley and Myrick Marketing & Media/Peachtree Publishers for a free digital copy in exchange for an honest review.
It's a short retelling where Red takes care of herself thank you very much.
The only thing I would have liked to see was a page showing Grandma coming out OK (since we're dealing with really young readers as a target audience). If you have sensitive children you may want to preview the grandma situation since she isn't mentioned after getting eaten by the wolf.
Thank you Netgalley and Myrick Marketing & Media/Peachtree Publishers for a free digital copy in exchange for an honest review.
May 4, 2021
Little Red was charming and clever. An empowered main female character can never go wrong in my book. My kids loved it, too. 🙂
March 18, 2016
I do love a Red Riding Hood who is capable. Also look at this Red's totally done look when dealing with an obvious wolf in her grandmother's dress:
December 12, 2015
I really like the illustrations in this book. They are modern and minimal and are all in black and white, except for the vibrant red. Unfortunately, the rest of the book was unremarkable. This is a very brief retelling of the classic fairy tale with a few changes and a few notable flaws.
There is a rather forced girl-power message in the book where the author tells us that Little Red is not afraid of the wolf. It feels unnecessary. The more serious issues are with Grandma. We see her getting eaten by the wolf and there is no happy resolution. In the classic tale the woodsmen cut Grandma out of the wolf and she is safe and sound. Not here. Grandma is dead. We also see Little Red wearing a coat made of the wolf on the final page. This seems a bit more violent than necessary.
Overall, this book has not much to recommend it beside the art.
Note: I received the following book from netgalley.com and the publisher. All opinions are my own.
There is a rather forced girl-power message in the book where the author tells us that Little Red is not afraid of the wolf. It feels unnecessary. The more serious issues are with Grandma. We see her getting eaten by the wolf and there is no happy resolution. In the classic tale the woodsmen cut Grandma out of the wolf and she is safe and sound. Not here. Grandma is dead. We also see Little Red wearing a coat made of the wolf on the final page. This seems a bit more violent than necessary.
Overall, this book has not much to recommend it beside the art.
Note: I received the following book from netgalley.com and the publisher. All opinions are my own.
September 7, 2020
A perfectly charming retelling of the classic tale, with plenty of side-eye. This version dispenses with all the details, none of that nonsense about not being able to leave the path, and there's no suspense when she meets the wolf in granny's clothing. Red cuts straight to the chase. She's got a plan.
This simple book will appeal to the squirmiest young children, but it might be a bit too gruesome for the more sensitive child. The action takes place off-screen, but Some kids will LOVE that twist.
I loved the art, with all of the side-eye, and the wolf looks like Godzilla. I do wish there were more details in the background for little kids to find.
This simple book will appeal to the squirmiest young children, but it might be a bit too gruesome for the more sensitive child. The action takes place off-screen, but Some kids will LOVE that twist.
I loved the art, with all of the side-eye, and the wolf looks like Godzilla. I do wish there were more details in the background for little kids to find.
December 21, 2016
A delightful retelling of Little Red Riding Hood. I seem to know a young lady who would have the same outcome of this tale.
June 28, 2017
The interdependence of text and image is superb. Simply told, this RRH reselling stands out because of its sparse colours and understated text: I've read it daily for three days now and find something new to ponder each time.
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September 17, 2017Love the art in this one!
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May 13, 2024Te leuk deze versie van Roodkapje! Nu in de Nederlandse vertaling van Berd Ruttenberg. Lekker bruut en geen woord teveel waardoor je je eigen verbeelding het verhaal verder kan laten invullen!
June 4, 2017
The text and illustrations in this Little Red Riding Hood retelling are stripped down to their bare minimum, and thus words and pictures collaborate in telling the story instead of repeating each other -- very well done!
This picturebook also takes a full advantage of the page layouts, dramatic page turns and close-ups.
However, I am not a fan of this particular drawing style, and the retelling itself, although entertaining and empowering, is not that original .
This picturebook also takes a full advantage of the page layouts, dramatic page turns and close-ups.
However, I am not a fan of this particular drawing style, and the retelling itself, although entertaining and empowering, is not that original .
June 26, 2019
Little Red doesn't really need modernizing. In the oldest versions of the tale she learns how to take care of herself. I prefer the more traditional.
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August 4, 2024Een fantastisch en heel grappig prentenboek over Roodkapje. In deze bewerking lees je over een heel zelfbewust en sterk meisje, dat alles behalve onder de indruk lijkt van de wolf. Met name de beeldtaal is heel mooi: het boek zit vol fijne, grafische prenten in de steunkleuren zwart, wit en rood. Vol herhaling is het een prentenboek om eindeloos voor te lezen. Vertaald door Berd Ruttenberg en uitgegeven bij Hoogland & Van Klaveren. Vanaf 4-5 jaar.
We bespreken het boek in aflevering 122 van De Grote Vriendelijke Podcast. Luister nu via Spotify, je podcast-app of https://degrotevriendelijkepodcast.nl...
We bespreken het boek in aflevering 122 van De Grote Vriendelijke Podcast. Luister nu via Spotify, je podcast-app of https://degrotevriendelijkepodcast.nl...
September 18, 2024
Het bekende verhaal van roodkapje (met een knipoog)
October 18, 2017
Amazing illustrations, a little bit dark and twisted, and a fantastic heroine who absolutely saves herself. Love it.
March 28, 2016
I received a digital copy of this title from the publisher via Netgalley.
Ten Second Synopsis:
Red Riding Hood with a skandi twist, this book is a retelling with sass.
There are a lot of fairy tale retellings getting around at the moment, but the bold, minimalist colour scheme, chunky woodcut-style illustrations and text that oozes subversive wit sets this one apart. The general arc of the Red Riding Hood story is preserved here, but Red is presented as one independent and resourceful young lass. The simple combination of red, black and white in the illustrations is incredibly effective and makes this book a joy to look at, as much as to read. I’d love to see what is coming next from Woollvin and how she might tackle and original story.
Ten Second Synopsis:
Red Riding Hood with a skandi twist, this book is a retelling with sass.
There are a lot of fairy tale retellings getting around at the moment, but the bold, minimalist colour scheme, chunky woodcut-style illustrations and text that oozes subversive wit sets this one apart. The general arc of the Red Riding Hood story is preserved here, but Red is presented as one independent and resourceful young lass. The simple combination of red, black and white in the illustrations is incredibly effective and makes this book a joy to look at, as much as to read. I’d love to see what is coming next from Woollvin and how she might tackle and original story.
January 18, 2016
What would have happened if Little Red Riding Hood would have felt strong and confident enough to defy the wolf by herself instead of waiting for the woodcutter's help?
Interesting version of one of the most popular tales for children. The white, grey and black illustrations highlight Little Red, who is a purposeful smart girl worth of highlighting!
Age range: up to 6 years old.
I received this copy from the publisher via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
Check out more children's book reviews in my Reviews in Chalk Blog!
Interesting version of one of the most popular tales for children. The white, grey and black illustrations highlight Little Red, who is a purposeful smart girl worth of highlighting!
Age range: up to 6 years old.
I received this copy from the publisher via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
Check out more children's book reviews in my Reviews in Chalk Blog!
January 16, 2017
This amazing retelling of Little Red Riding Hood is unique, surprising, and hilarious! It's not often that a book shocks me like this one did; I love the artwork (the wolf's plan is one of my favorites) and the need to read between the lines. It actually reminded me a bit of I Want My Hat Back. It definitely doesn't pull any punches!
December 14, 2022
This rendition of Little Red Riding Hood is a little disturbing (not that the original isn't!). The Red-is-victorious outcome common in most modern retellings of the story has a slight twist in this version. I wasn't the biggest fan, but I can see some kids really enjoying this one.
Note: I received a digital ARC through NetGalley.
Note: I received a digital ARC through NetGalley.
January 3, 2017
Striking, funny, and weird. The text is simple enough for very little ones, but, while I loved it, I might save it for older kids who have already encountered the Grimm version of the story (in which Grandma is toast).
November 3, 2015
A fantastic take on the Little Red Riding Hood story. If you think Red is going to be a helpless victim in this version, think again!
December 6, 2015
great girl power
April 20, 2016
Ilustrações giríssimas! E a moral da história também!! Que pena para o lobo!
May 14, 2016
Cute little retelling of "Little Red Riding Hood," with a brave little girl as the hero. I love the little twist ending. The illustrations are just great - simple and striking.
October 11, 2020
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LITTLE RED is a simple telling of the Little Red Riding Hood tale with accompanying red, white, and black illustrations. Little Red is heading to her grandmother's house, when she encounters a wolf. The wolf may have scared other children, but not Little Red. The wolf's plan is hatched, and he eats her grandmother before putting on her grandmother's clothes and laying in bed. What follows is the original fairytale with a twist- Little Red does not need a huntsman to save her.
What I loved: The text is minimal, which goes along with the minimalistic illustrations well. The pages turn quickly, which will appeal to early readers. The fairytale is conveyed well here, and I love that Little Red is the one who saves herself- a tale with some girl power in it.
What left me wanting more: This book is a bit scary and should not be read to sensitive children. The wolf is shown eating the grandmother, and he is definitely a scary presence throughout. Little Red is also shown wearing the wolf's pelt at the end, which may also be challenging for sensitive animal lovers. This is definitely a dark story, and it would be better for children who enjoy a touch of the dark in their fairytales.
Final verdict: LITTLE RED is a simple recounting of the fairytale with a touch of horror/scary that is great for less sensitive readers before Halloween.
Please note that I received a review copy. All opinions are my own.
LITTLE RED is a simple telling of the Little Red Riding Hood tale with accompanying red, white, and black illustrations. Little Red is heading to her grandmother's house, when she encounters a wolf. The wolf may have scared other children, but not Little Red. The wolf's plan is hatched, and he eats her grandmother before putting on her grandmother's clothes and laying in bed. What follows is the original fairytale with a twist- Little Red does not need a huntsman to save her.
What I loved: The text is minimal, which goes along with the minimalistic illustrations well. The pages turn quickly, which will appeal to early readers. The fairytale is conveyed well here, and I love that Little Red is the one who saves herself- a tale with some girl power in it.
What left me wanting more: This book is a bit scary and should not be read to sensitive children. The wolf is shown eating the grandmother, and he is definitely a scary presence throughout. Little Red is also shown wearing the wolf's pelt at the end, which may also be challenging for sensitive animal lovers. This is definitely a dark story, and it would be better for children who enjoy a touch of the dark in their fairytales.
Final verdict: LITTLE RED is a simple recounting of the fairytale with a touch of horror/scary that is great for less sensitive readers before Halloween.
Please note that I received a review copy. All opinions are my own.
November 24, 2017
After reading the author's newest book "Rapunzel", I had to go back and read her first book and this one is even better. This is, for the most part, the original story of Little Red Riding Hood, only our Little Red here is no sissy girl. She suspects the wolf from the beginning and takes care of him herself without the aid of any woodsman. The story is quite dark when one thinks about it and in true sequential art format the words are innocent enough but the pictures tell the true story. Let's just say that at the end Red has a gorgeous new fur coat. LOL
April 25, 2019
This book would be good to read after learning about fairy tales and how story can be rewritten. This book is definitely for older students, in my opinion. They would have to understand the original to understand this good. The ending might also need to be explained because I can see it going over a lot of students' heads, however the ending is a bit violent if explained.
July 16, 2017
A slightly dark, girl power retelling of a classic fairy tale that pulls no punches and adds intelligence to the main character. No damsels in distress in Woollvin's fractured fairy tales, just girls figuring things out, making plans, and kicking butt.
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February 9, 2018In this story, red is the hero and saves herself from the wolf.
This is the like the traditional little red riding hood except for a twist at the end. The girl takes a basket to grandma’s house. She goes through the forest. She meets the wolf along the way. The wolf takes a short cut and beats lil red to grandma’s house. He dresses like grandma and waits for the girl. He doesn’t trick the girl, but she plays along. She chops the wolf with an axe and take his coat and goes on her way.
This is the like the traditional little red riding hood except for a twist at the end. The girl takes a basket to grandma’s house. She goes through the forest. She meets the wolf along the way. The wolf takes a short cut and beats lil red to grandma’s house. He dresses like grandma and waits for the girl. He doesn’t trick the girl, but she plays along. She chops the wolf with an axe and take his coat and goes on her way.
April 25, 2019
Striking artwork enhances the morbid little red riding tale. The illustration of grandma getting eaten is darkly funny.
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