Puffy and the Formidable Foe

by Marie G. Lepkowski, Ann M Hannon

"Puffy and the Formidable Foe" is a simple to read book that is based on the age-old tale of a youngster who goes out to play, and then leaves home. It also promises loads of fun and enjoyment for everyone in the family. Mom and Dad will be grateful for Puffy's important message, i.e., he strays away from home and learns what a mistake that is. Brother or sister can enjoy listening while it is read aloud, and then sounding the words that rhyme after each line. Toddlers will thrill in the happy, colorful illustrations. This story is based on life events that did have a happy ending. Unfortunately, many such stories today may not have the same result. So, this book offers parents a way to make children aware of why they need to avoid "straying" away from home. After reading "Puffy and the Formidable Foe" children quickly sense the dangers in roaming by themselves and meeting up with a stranger. "Puffy and the Formidable Foe" definitely can find a place in every reader's heart.

24 pages, Paperback

First published April 15, 2010

Reviews

[Shaimaa · Rating 4 out of 5]

It's a sweet children book with a good lesson and beautiful illustration. This book is helpful for kids as it has rich vocabulary with words that rhyme, and it's instructive as well.

[Mahoghani 23 · Rating 4 out of 5]

A good bedtime storytelling book that's short and fun to read.

[Vickie Noel · Rating 4 out of 5]

Puffy and the formidable is a children's book that teaches lessons. It tells of a cat that strays away from home and meets a stranger he'll never quite forget. Of course, that meeting helps him learn why he should never go out unsupervised. Kids can learn a thing or two from Puffy's experience. I liked the rhyming words in the book and the extra coloring page to encourage children to read. Although the drawings of Puffy were not as consistent as should be, the strange words in the story can help develop children's English vocabulary.

[Aisling O'Rourke · Rating 4 out of 5]

I reviewed this book on onlinebookclub.org so unfortunately I can't post my full review here. However, I will say that this book conveys an important message for children of not wandering off on your own. I thought that the book was well put together, and although I feel that it could have had more colour in some of the illustrations, it was well thought through.

[Ann Hannon · Rating 5 out of 5]

A calming and sweet book for nap time or bedtime

The ending just does it totally makes kids happy and forever content with an understanding of why there’s no place like home….guaranteed based on great responses from reads to school classes in grades K-4.

[Jess ✩ · Rating 3 out of 5]

okay, not what i expected but it was cute. the drawings were adorable. if you have kids, I definitely recommend you to read this to them.