“This hilarious import features a clever wolf, a nearsighted shepherd with a short attention span and a plot spun out through an artful blend of irregular rhyme and wordless scenes.” ―Kirkus Reviews

“Ayto nicely developes the suspense… this book generates excitement with the tried-and-true sheep vs. wolf formula.” ―Publishers Weekly

“Children will giggle over the comical illustrations…Laughter will ring out.” ―School Library Journal

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“The rhyming verses roll along smoothly with some very satisfying turns of phrase, while the stylized ink drawings and fine watercolor work give the art real pizzazz.” ―Booklist

“The dynamic, cartoonlike pictures heighten the story’s humor; classic comic sight gags inject the scenes with energy and movement.” ―The Horn Book Magazine

“Playful illustrations, colorful commentary by the sheep, and rhythm of the text will no doubt make this an excellent read aloud and bedtime staple. This is a must have for all picture book collections.”—Baker & Taylor CATS Meow

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