As far back as Callum can really remember, he's been living in the Wild as the furless mascot of a wolf pack. But when his pack sends him back to ...
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Feb 22, 2012
Arthur
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Reading Level: Grades 4 - 6
Callum's father keeps looking at him like he wants to eat him, literally eat him. This isn't all that odd, since his father is a wolf and Callum is a soft furless salty-tasting definitely not wolf pup. Unfortunately he is also approaching adolescence which means that he MIGHT want to make a challenge for the Alpha or Beta male position, so to protect him his mother brings him a school uniform and leaves him at the edge of the woods so that he can go live wi More...
Callum's father keeps looking at him like he wants to eat him, literally eat him. This isn't all that odd, since his father is a wolf and Callum is a soft furless salty-tasting definitely not wolf pup. Unfortunately he is also approaching adolescence which means that he MIGHT want to make a challenge for the Alpha or Beta male position, so to protect him his mother brings him a school uniform and leaves him at the edge of the woods so that he can go live wi More...
May 11, 2011
Jill
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Fast-paced with an off-the-cuff type of humor, I think kids will like this one.
Callum has been raised from the age of 3 by wolves. When we meet him, his wolf mother has decided it is time for him to go back to civilization and what follows is his attempt to fit back into society after so many years away. Through a series of outstanding coincidences, he eventually is reunited with his family.
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Callum has been raised from the age of 3 by wolves. When we meet him, his wolf mother has decided it is time for him to go back to civilization and what follows is his attempt to fit back into society after so many years away. Through a series of outstanding coincidences, he eventually is reunited with his family.
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Dec 01, 2010
Chad
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I liked this Junior Library Guild Selection and believe that Timothy Power’s debut piece of work will be the foundation of several good readings to come. This book is not a difficult read and is perfect for those juvenile chapter book readers that are strengthening their reading skills. This book is just right for my 10 year old son, who does not particularly like to read, but put a book of his liking in front of him and he will fly through it. I enjoyed the clever writing with the misunderst
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Jan 04, 2011
Mundie Moms & Mundie Kids
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The Boy Who Howled is a fabulous middle grade debut book by Timothy Power. It's one that will encourage young reader, especially boys, as the main character's voice is one boys can relate to. Callum has been living with a pack of wolves in the woods for a few years now. When he was younger he ventured off from his family and became lost, only to be taking in by the wolf family. One of the humorous things about the book is Callum's interaction with the wolves and his ability to understand what th
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Jan 04, 2011
Katieb (MundieMoms)
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The Boy Who Howled is a fabulous middle grade debut book by Timothy Power. It's one that will encourage young reader, especially boys, as the main character's voice is one boys can relate to. Callum has been living with a pack of wolves in the woods for a few years now. When he was younger he ventured off from his family and became lost, only to be taking in by the wolf family. One of the humorous things about the book is Callum's interaction with the wolves and his ability to understand what th
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Apr 17, 2011
Megan
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This is very much a book for a Jr. High aged boy. It's a cute story with a few parts that even made me laugh. I especially liked the names of the three homeless men: Tom, Dick and Harry. While I feel that the family reunion scene was anticlimactic, the continuation of the story thereafter it nice. Overall, it is a very easy read and a great book for leaning about foreshadowing. I already have 3 young men in mind to whom I will be recommending this book.
Jul 12, 2011
Theo
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This was really good, although the ending was a little abrupt. My favorite part was while he was with the pack. It was really funny, specifically when they talked about bloody steamy guts, for some reason. Because it seemed so ordinary for them (the wolves). My least favorite part was that they forgot the baby on their camping trip. Who would forget a baby???? I didn't like Billy Bankson, but you weren't supposed to like him.
Dec 12, 2011
Dawn
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Mar 05, 2011
Alice
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Delightful! I rooted for the main character from page 1. The imagery created the woods and the train station and the school in my mind immediately. The secondary characters each had their own personality--I especially liked the similarities between the wolves and the humans. Highly recommended.
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Oct 19, 2010
Stacy
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A great middle grade read about a boy who has been living in the woods and now must enter human society. Fun, witty, and enjoyable. I can't wait to pass it on to my 3rd grade students.
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Jan 02, 2011
Heather
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A wonderful children's book for any age. Very imaginitive and easy for young readers to follow along.
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Feb 08, 2011
Moriah
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I'm giving it four stars because I really liked the first couple of wolfy chapters. I'll probably wait to read it to Seth since I think he'll get it more when he's a bit older.
Aug 16, 2011
Sherry
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A very cute book! If I had a little boy or girl maybe in the 4th-7th grade range (give or take), I'd highly recommend it. I throughly enjoyed the book myself.
I bet you might even be able to get kids who don't like to read, read this book. Maybe a great addition to an elementary or middle school classroom for all of the teachers out there.
I bet you might even be able to get kids who don't like to read, read this book. Maybe a great addition to an elementary or middle school classroom for all of the teachers out there.
May 20, 2011
Colleen
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This is a clever and imaginative story about a boy who is raised by wolves from toddlerhood and his adventures adjusting to living with humans again. I highly recommend this story to young and old alike.
Jan 09, 2011
Ruth
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I won this through good reads! Looking forward to reading this to my grandsons when I receive it.
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