Little Red Riding Hood Limited Edition

by Marjorie Priceman (Illustrator)

Little Red Riding Hood. Ever heard of it? Retelling old stories is always a little risky--you've either got to bring some worthwhile new twist to the tale, or you've got to do such a great job telling it that we're all willing to forget for a minute just how everything's going to turn out. Fortunately for the celebrated Ms. Hood, Marjorie Priceman (winner of a Caldecott Honor for the buoyant Zin! Zin! Zin! A Violin ) proves herself by doing both--this pop-up edition of an old favorite is energetic and original. Priceman's dignified but still playful style suits these old clothes well, with a very traditional Red peeking out from under her huge flowing hood and a wolf that's all lithe and toothy. Each page achieves added oomph from the book's clever a primary pop-up spread sets the stage, then an inset on the right for text opens up to reveal the next event. Red looks lovely and lively throughout, but the wolf--of course--steals all the best scenes ("The better to EAT you with," etc.). Priceman shows similar storytelling skill in How to Make an Apple Pie and See the World . You'll find that same offhand humor here, from the very dismayed crew of gingerbread people in the oven to the copies of the Herald Tribune strategically strewn about ("Peep's Sheep Found," "3 'We Will Rebuild'"). (Ages 4 to 8) --Paul Hughes

Genres: Picture Books, Childrens

14 pages, Hardcover

First published November 1, 2001

About the author

Marjorie A. Priceman is an American writer or illustrator of more than 30 children's picture books including two Caldecott Honor Books (runners-up for the Caldecott Medal). Her first picture book, Friend or Frog, was published in 1989, soon after her graduation from the Rhode Island School of Design.[citation needed] Priceman's books are known for their bright watercolors, free-flowing lines and whimsical spirit. Her illustrations to When Zaydeh Danced on Eldridge Street (1997) by Elsa Okon Rael have been described as "religiously authentic and playful at the same time".

One of her most popular books is Zin! Zin! Zin! A Violin, which she illustrated. She lives in Lewisburg, Pennsylvania.

Reviews

[Kenzie Garvin · Rating 4 out of 5]

I chose to read the Little Red Riding Hood for its popularity in the traditional tale genre, interactive pop-up objects, and morale of following parents or guardians directions. The interactive quality of the book separates itself from other traditional tale picture books, allowing the children to view the pop-up important characteristics within each page. Leading to the climax, the book emphasizes the importance in following the directions of parents or guardians to gain a safe and happy ending. If Little Red Riding Hood had followed directions, she may have avoided the wolf imposter.

[Megan Hosinski · Rating 5 out of 5]

Genre: Traditional Fantasy
Grade Level: K-2
This is a great version of a classic story. I like how this is a pop-up book, which I think brings the illustrations to life and makes the story very exciting. I like how this version of the story ends happily, with the wolf sneezing up the grandma and being chased out of the house. I also liked how this story ended with her grandma reading her a story of what Little Red Riding Hood was supposed to do, and they both agree that that is not a very good story. I think this is a great book to teach young children that it is important to listen to their mother when they tell them not to talk to strangers, but I also like how Little Red Riding Hood is smart and is able to outsmart the wolf and make up for her mistake. Great story!

[Angela Williams · Rating 4 out of 5]

Grades prek-1st

This pop up book is full of bright colors and surprises. The text is written on one-fourth of the page which opens up for pop ups. This book is full of adventure that the children will enjoy. Children will also enjoy looking to see what will pop up next.

Reading/Health

Lesson idea: Students will make butter and then try it on bread.

[Laura Cheek · Rating 5 out of 5]

I LOVED this version of Red Riding Hood. The children were very taken with the pop up aspects, which were charming and in no way detracted from the storyline. Excellent language and artwork - a winner.

[Mary · Rating 5 out of 5]

Would be a great book for very young child.

[Michaela Baillie · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is your typical red riding hood story, but the illustrations and pop-ups are beautiful and really bring the story to life. There are more than one pop-up set to each page and it even has a pull tab to change the wolf's face as he says why he looks different.

I would use this book as a read aloud in 1st grad probably. It is an interesting way to portray the story that every kid hears at least once before coming to school in Kindergarten.