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Help! The Wolf Is Coming!
¡Ayuda! ¡Viene el lobo! ************************* Hace muchos años, en una tierra muy lejana Vivía la familia de un pastor que trabajaba de forma cotidiana Entre las montañas tan altas y las laderas tan empinadas Sus tres hijos mayores cuidaban de las ovejas mimadas.
54 pages, Hardcover
Published December 15, 2017
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December 4, 2017
You could say this book is an updated version of the old story of the boy who cried wolf, but that would be an understatement because the author has written the story into a delightful tale with amazing illustrations that all ages will love. The story many know leaps to life in the vivid pictures and the author's tale is more descriptive and teaches the moral of how lying can get you into trouble in an updated and beautiful story. I have read almost all of this author's wonderful stories and have found them all delightful and books you will treasure.
June 29, 2020
‘The truth is precious, so we must never lie to earn our trust.’
Israeli author Sigal Adler adds a new book to her impressive number of books for children. This time ‘round she continues her survey of Aesop’s Fables (HELP! THE WOLF IS COMING is Book 1 of that series) and in doing so she not only provides quality reading entertainment, but also opens the path for children to appreciate beloved fables of yesteryear. Each of her books was written in Hebrew and as they became best sellers in Israel she decided to have them translated into English to benefit an even broader range of children. As always Sigal's rhyming style is delightful. The stories are not only entertaining but they also carry some subtle messages to those children fortunate enough to read them - or have them read to them. The illustrations by Abira Das enhance the story.
The much loved ‘once upon a time’ entry makes Sigal’s retelling of the fable a particular joy: ‘Many years ago, in a land so far away Lived a shepherd family who worked hard every day Among mountains so high, and hillsides so steep Their three older sons all took care of the sheep.’ And so the story introduces the youngest boy as learning from his brothers how to warn about predatory wolves. The lad grows up and is sent on his own with a word from his father that if he ever needed help to just call, Tending sheep turns out to be boring so the lad cries ‘Wolf!” to get attention and fun. His brothers respond and discover the call was a joke, leaving the young lad to his own laughter. But once the false cry was over, the day comes when the lad actually sees a wolf, cries out, and no one responds – telling his previous lie was a mistake he’ll not make again! Or as Sigal phrases it, ‘Never cry for help if that isn’t what you need If you want to be believed, then you must not mislead.’
A fun story with a solid message beautifully illustrated - and Sigal Adler successfully adds to her repertoire of fine children's books.
Israeli author Sigal Adler adds a new book to her impressive number of books for children. This time ‘round she continues her survey of Aesop’s Fables (HELP! THE WOLF IS COMING is Book 1 of that series) and in doing so she not only provides quality reading entertainment, but also opens the path for children to appreciate beloved fables of yesteryear. Each of her books was written in Hebrew and as they became best sellers in Israel she decided to have them translated into English to benefit an even broader range of children. As always Sigal's rhyming style is delightful. The stories are not only entertaining but they also carry some subtle messages to those children fortunate enough to read them - or have them read to them. The illustrations by Abira Das enhance the story.
The much loved ‘once upon a time’ entry makes Sigal’s retelling of the fable a particular joy: ‘Many years ago, in a land so far away Lived a shepherd family who worked hard every day Among mountains so high, and hillsides so steep Their three older sons all took care of the sheep.’ And so the story introduces the youngest boy as learning from his brothers how to warn about predatory wolves. The lad grows up and is sent on his own with a word from his father that if he ever needed help to just call, Tending sheep turns out to be boring so the lad cries ‘Wolf!” to get attention and fun. His brothers respond and discover the call was a joke, leaving the young lad to his own laughter. But once the false cry was over, the day comes when the lad actually sees a wolf, cries out, and no one responds – telling his previous lie was a mistake he’ll not make again! Or as Sigal phrases it, ‘Never cry for help if that isn’t what you need If you want to be believed, then you must not mislead.’
A fun story with a solid message beautifully illustrated - and Sigal Adler successfully adds to her repertoire of fine children's books.
July 28, 2019
Many years ago lived a shepherd family 👬👬. Three older brothers had sheep 🐑 flocks and one was to young. They would tell him to enjoy his life now, when he gets older he would have no time to run🏃or laugh or talk. He didnt like his brothers having something he didn't. There was a danger behind every hill.
The great day came at last. He got his own flock!!. 🐑🐑 He was proud, but soon. He was bored. He played a trick on his brothers. Was it a good trick? Did his brothers laugh?
Aesop's Fables were the first books to be printed when the printing press was invented in 1400. The most famous tale is "The Tortoise (turtle 🐢) and the Hare (🐇 rabbit). Its famous message, Slow and Steady Wins the Race.
The great day came at last. He got his own flock!!. 🐑🐑 He was proud, but soon. He was bored. He played a trick on his brothers. Was it a good trick? Did his brothers laugh?
Aesop's Fables were the first books to be printed when the printing press was invented in 1400. The most famous tale is "The Tortoise (turtle 🐢) and the Hare (🐇 rabbit). Its famous message, Slow and Steady Wins the Race.
December 6, 2017
Have you ever cried wolf, wolf when there truly was not one.
I found this to be a very important lesson for young kids ages 2-7 and or in grades P-3, so I wish to rate this as a five stars book as well recommend this for this age level and up, really. I did not see anything in this ebook to be offensive but only as a very important moral so that maybe they might not have to learn this lesson the hard way as this younger brother did. I received this ebook for free and in return, here is my honest review. Terrific job Sigal! By Sunny.
I found this to be a very important lesson for young kids ages 2-7 and or in grades P-3, so I wish to rate this as a five stars book as well recommend this for this age level and up, really. I did not see anything in this ebook to be offensive but only as a very important moral so that maybe they might not have to learn this lesson the hard way as this younger brother did. I received this ebook for free and in return, here is my honest review. Terrific job Sigal! By Sunny.
December 22, 2017
This book is a retelling of "The Boy Who Called Wolf." Aesop's Fables never lose their magic. The author has presented them with vivid illustrations so that young readers will better comprehend the plot.
Recommended for preschoolers and primary school children. Parents and teachers might want to choose this book as an excellent way to remind young children of the value of telling the truth. Telling those big whoppers might lead to nobody believing or trusting in what you say.
Highly recommended as a bedtime story or read aloud for discussion.
Recommended for preschoolers and primary school children. Parents and teachers might want to choose this book as an excellent way to remind young children of the value of telling the truth. Telling those big whoppers might lead to nobody believing or trusting in what you say.
Highly recommended as a bedtime story or read aloud for discussion.
August 31, 2018
This book teaches the importance of telling the truth. I would recommend this book to parents who are teaching their children to tell the truth.
This book teaches the importance of telling the truth. I would recommend this book to parents who are teaching their children to tell the truth
This book teaches the importance of telling the truth. I would recommend this book to parents who are teaching their children to tell the truth
May 8, 2018
Great book
Wonderful love the way it is written and the moral of the story. Kiddo enjoyed as well always asks for more.
Wonderful love the way it is written and the moral of the story. Kiddo enjoyed as well always asks for more.
November 8, 2018
Great art. Well written.
My three and five yr olds loved it. The illustrations are beautiful. It is a great retelling of a great parable.
My three and five yr olds loved it. The illustrations are beautiful. It is a great retelling of a great parable.
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March 3, 2023A great educational story for younger children.
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