FICTION

The Fox and the Wild

by Clive MCFARLAND
illus. by Clive McFarland. 40p. Candlewick. Nov. 2017. Tr $16.99. ISBN 9780763696481.
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PreS-Gr 2—With collage-style cutout illustrations varying from full page to multiple scenes on one, McFarland tells a tale reminiscent of the classic "Country Mouse, City Mouse" story. Fred is a city fox, but unlike his relatives, he is not a fan of how smoky and noisy the city can be. One day he finds himself wondering where the birds, who are flying over the rooftops, are going. So he's off on a journey that leads him to the wild where trees grow tall and flowers bloom. He had never seen such beauty. It is in the wild that he finds another fox who wonders the same as Fred, where do the birds go? Not quite a "grass is always greener" tale but certainly one that shows that there are always two sides.
VERDICT The illustrations and the fun text design make this a great read-aloud story to be enjoyed by a broad audience. A strong addition to any picture book collection.
Reviewed by Betsy Davison, Cortland Jr. Sr. High School, NY , Nov 01, 2017

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