About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is struggling with rigid expectations, whether those are about how they should behave or how they perceive a newcomer. It is a perfect choice for the child who tends to judge others by their reputation or feels pressured to play a specific role in a group. In this clever mashup, Little Red Riding Hood wanders into the Three Bears house, fleeing a wolf who might not be the villain we expect. Through humor and meta storytelling, the book explores themes of empathy, rewriting your own narrative, and the power of a warm welcome. Claudia Rueda uses a punk aesthetic for Redlocks and a classic bookmaking style to show that we do not have to be defined by the stories told about us. It is an ideal tool for fostering emotional intelligence in children aged 4 to 8, helping them understand that even a big bad wolf can change if given compassion. Parents will appreciate the sophisticated art and the gentle nudge toward open mindedness.
