The Tortoise and the Hare

Reviewed by: Jan Hamilton - Little Dolphin School, Scarborough, Southern Maine Library District

Review Date: September 11, 2015

Review

Sure the tortoise wins the race and we all know the boastful rabbit falls asleep yet this updated version of Aesop's fable adds a new twist. Not only does rabbit graciously accept that he lost the race but he becomes a better four legged animal. Ritchie’s rendition may be the first experience that many children will have with this classic title. Teachers and parents are likely to be pleased by the kinder and gentler ending while art teachers and young readers are going to love the illustrations. The colors used, various font sizes, peek through windows and ornate flaps all combine to make this a bright fun read.

Add this to public library collections and to primary school media centers. Librarians will want to share this with art teachers at all levels.

Overall Book Score: very good