Goldenlocks and the Three Pirates

Reviewed by: Sarah Cropley - Scarborough Public Library, Scarborough, Southern Maine Library District

Review Date: March 15, 2018

Review

This retelling of Goldilocks and the Three Bears cleverly finds a new angle. Prince chooses a pirate ship and has Goldenlocks fix or improve all of the things she tries--the gruel, the chair, and the hammock. In the end, Goldenlocks is invited to join the crew. Though the "pirate lingo" can occasionally feel overplayed, the fun energy and bright, dynamic illustrations will hold a reader's attention anyway. Older readers and teachers will find a great adaptation for a fairy tell retelling unit, while younger readers will simply enjoy the fun.

Overall Book Score: very good