Little Red and the Very Hungry Lion by Alex T. Smith

You might think you know the story of Little Red Riding Hood, but what if the story happens in Africa?

What I thought: Loved! This might be one of my favorite versions (along with Little Red Hot by Eric A. Kimmel). I love all the animals included and how Little Red outsmarts the lion. I had a lot of fun sharing this book in storytime and with first and second graders. The illustrations are bright and detailed.

Themes: Fairy Tales, Lions, African Animals, Elementary

Scholastic, 2015.