Nice try but a little too disjointed and under-done for me to get too excited, or to recommend.   ( )

This is a twist on a "big bad wolf" story. This book could be used to discuss ways that each person is unique, and how to find your strengths.

I liked this book for two reasons. First, I liked it because the language was repeated which kept the story predictable and organized. On each page, the author explains what activities all the other wolves are learning in school, but then ends each time by saying “But not Rufus.” Second, I liked the book because of the illustrations. They enhanced the story, and create humor in a visual manner. For example, all the other wolves practiced wearing disguises and the author expresses that many were quick learners, except for Rufus who is shown all tangled up in a nightgown in the illustration. This illustration gives the reader a visual of Rufus’ struggle with the disguise, and even made me laugh. Although Rufus doesn’t seem to put much effort into the Wolf Academy, I think the main idea was bigger than school. To me, the main idea was to be who you are, not who everyone is or wants you to be. At the end, Rufus saves the day just by being who he is. ( )

When Rufus is sent to wolf school, he does not fit in or excel, until he saves the class during their field examination. ( )

soon to come