mat_tobin's review
3.0
I bought the second in the Mr. Wolf off the back of how much I enjoyed the first. Again, Steinke shares his astute observations of children in the classroom and playground environment and, because of this, these anthropomorphic characters feel more real than many human ones that I have encountered in books.
From those children who do all that they can to not do the work they are set, to those incidental conversations that are overheard, Steinke captures these moments in a way that I haven't encountered before and much of this is down to the medium of the graphic novel where he can play around with an extenuate scenarios.
Although I still prefer that first instalment, there is much to enjoy here. Steinke is gradually revealing the characteristics of the class and building relationships and backstories. I wanted a little more of Mr. Wolf in this but I suspect that the child reader will take more from Abdi's rule-breaking and associate with those awkward moments in the classroom in which 'love' and 'crush' have begun to surface.
From those children who do all that they can to not do the work they are set, to those incidental conversations that are overheard, Steinke captures these moments in a way that I haven't encountered before and much of this is down to the medium of the graphic novel where he can play around with an extenuate scenarios.
Although I still prefer that first instalment, there is much to enjoy here. Steinke is gradually revealing the characteristics of the class and building relationships and backstories. I wanted a little more of Mr. Wolf in this but I suspect that the child reader will take more from Abdi's rule-breaking and associate with those awkward moments in the classroom in which 'love' and 'crush' have begun to surface.
teacher2library's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
taliabasma's review
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
4.75
Read this with my twin brothers and they were highly entertained. I also enjoyed it to be honest.
librarykate's review
4.0
I'm book talking this on Monday. Here's my book talk. I started with a coworker's base, but it was too short so I added and revised it.
How many of you like graphic novels? That’s great! This is a graphic novel mystery, and I love the author’s name. Who wouldn’t want to read a book by someone who’s last name sounds so close to Stinky?
Settling into a new classroom with teacher Mr. Wolf, Randy, Aziza, and Margot, Hazelwood Elementary students, start a mystery club to investigate three mysteries.
1. What is the fate of a missing teacher?
2. Is the bathroom really haunted?
3. Whatever happened to Aziza’s frisbee?
Mysteries are never easy to solve and birthday parties, surveys, and other students making things difficult.
How many of you like graphic novels? That’s great! This is a graphic novel mystery, and I love the author’s name. Who wouldn’t want to read a book by someone who’s last name sounds so close to Stinky?
Settling into a new classroom with teacher Mr. Wolf, Randy, Aziza, and Margot, Hazelwood Elementary students, start a mystery club to investigate three mysteries.
1. What is the fate of a missing teacher?
2. Is the bathroom really haunted?
3. Whatever happened to Aziza’s frisbee?
Mysteries are never easy to solve and birthday parties, surveys, and other students making things difficult.
emilyjmasters's review
4.0
This elementary graphic novel is cute- I love that the characters are diverse (a duck in hijab, a cat with two mommies) but I wish that they were human. There are so many children’s books where the characters are “diverse”, but they’re animals. Kids deserve to see themselves as the characters instead of as animals who share some of their traits? That said, those traits and families were included, which is a great step. The storyline was a little meandering; it’s very vignette-y but overall ties together. The illustrations are super cute and it’s easy to follow.
howifeelaboutbooks's review
4.0
I read the first Mr. Wolf book late last year and loved it, so I bought the set for my school’s library. Of course I had to make sure the 2nd and 3rd were just as good before letting the students check them out! I think the elementary students will love these because the illustrations are great, the stories are realistic but interesting, and graphic novels are always a hit here!
taytaytwiggs's review against another edition
4.0
This graphic novel was seriously adorable! As a teacher, I am trying to expand my knowledge of children (2-5 grade) and middle grade books. This was a fun read which had relatable characters and families that children would be able to connect with. The art style alone drew me into checking this out from the library. I will be picking up more from this author in the future!
Update: I did not realize this was book 2 in the series. That would explain why it took me a while longer to understand the connection between the characters.
Update: I did not realize this was book 2 in the series. That would explain why it took me a while longer to understand the connection between the characters.
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