Book Synopsis:
How
do you fight an evil wizard when your only weapon is your smarts?
A
happy group of forest animals are stopped cold by a wizard's enchanted fog that
whispers their greatest fears. The animals think they have to run away but a
brave fox gives them a better idea. He shows them how to stand up for themselves
and how to handle the problem at its source. The fox and his friends figure out
how to handle the bully wizard—and have fun in the process!
On Amazon: The Fox Forest Band
My Review:
The Fox Forest Band is a lovely picture book for young children. Lovable woodland animals encounter a fog sent by a bullying wizard. They find a way to beat the fog - and the bullying - by working together to form a band.
The story is told in rhyme, and it is clever and appealing. It would make a great read aloud for preschool age children.
The animals' ingenuity will inspire young children who see them problem solving together, making music together, and discovering the power of friendship. I loved the details, too, like:
"The mice formed shakers from nuts and seeds,
kazoos were made from river reeds.
Beavers found drums and fashioned flutes, and
others made guitars, cymbals and lutes."
The lovely illustrations by Chandra Wheeler add to the story's appeal. Children will enjoy reading this book again and again! Highly recommended for a home library or preschool classroom.
Author Bio:
Since she was a child, Lisa E. Lindman has been reading
non-stop and writing magical stories. She lives in Portland, Oregon, with her
husband, sweet daughter and their French bulldog, Sebastian. She spends her days
running a small business, writing, frolicking with her
toddler and reading just one more chapter...well, five more chapters.
I received a copy of this book from the author in exchange for an honest review.
