Best Children's Fox Books

1 Pax
From bestselling and award-winning author Sara Pennypacker comes a beautifully wrought, utterly compelling novel about the powerful relationship between a boy and his fox. He strikes out on his own despite the encroaching war, spurred by love, loyalty, and grief, to be reunited with his fox. Pennypacker, author of the exuberant "Clementine" series (Disney-Hyperion) and the charmingly morbid Summer of the Gypsy Moths (HarperCollins, 2012), here displays not only her formidable writing skills and a willingness to stretch her storytelling into increasingly complex narrative forms but also her ability to tackle dark and weighty themes with sensitivity and respect for the child reader. As the protagonists struggle to reunite in a world in the grip of violence and destruction, they each find helpers who assist them on their respective journeys: Peter breaks his foot and is rehabilitated by Vola, a hermit suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder, while Pax is taken in by a leash of foxes who teach him the basics of foraging and hunting. Black-and-white drawings by Klassen offer a respite for readers, while adding to the haunting atmosphere.With spare, lyrical prose, Pennypacker manages to infuse this tearjerker with a tender hope, showing that peace and love can require just as much sacrifice as war. “In an exceptionally powerful, if grim story, Pennypacker does a remarkable job of conveying the gritty perspective of a sheltered animal that must instantly learn to live in the wild.” (Publishers Weekly (starred review) ).
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Find Best Price at Amazon"It's a beautifully written story."
"Targeted at the 8 – 12 year old group, Sara Pennypacker’s latest novel “Pax” is a book that carries universal truths and one that will touch readers of any age. “…distrust is no match for kindness administered consistently and unmeasured …”. Having enlisted in the army, Peter’s father takes his son to live with his grandfather and demands that Peter release “Pax” back into the wild. A broken leg, an encounter with an amputee-veteran whose unnamed war occurred twenty years previously, and a realization – by both Peter and “Pax” – that each must be true to his own nature creates an emotional, poignant story that will touch your heart. Writing in the third person voice, Sara Pennypacker alternates the focus of “Pax” between developments affecting Peter and those in which “Pax” learns what it is to be a fox."
"A truly beautiful book however I think kids should be over 10 prior to reading it."
"Gave this to my great, great nephew who's named Paxton, but we call him Pax."
"Fabulous!"
"Touches upon deep subjects line war, ptsd, reaching a goal despite adversity."
"wonderful story."
"Such a good book!"

This classic Beginner Book by Dr. Seuss features silly tongue twisters that will have young readers--and their parents--giggling with glee. Available for a limited time only with a peel-off 50th Anniversary Edition sticker on the cover, this is an ideal gift for the holidays, birthdays, and happy occasions of all kinds that the whole family will enjoy. Dr. Seuss gives fair warning to anyone brave enough to read along with the Fox in Socks, who likes to play tongue-twisting games with his friend Mr. Knox. Soon Goo-Goose is choosing to chew chewy gluey blue goo, while tweetle beetles battle with paddles in a puddle (in case you were wondering, that's called a "tweetle beetle puddle paddle battle"). (Ages 4 to 8) --Paul Hughes Dr. Seuss ignites a child's imagination with his mischievous characters and zany verses.The Express.
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Find Best Price at Amazon"Granddaughter absolutely loves these books!"
"This book is good but look out for that fox."
"Book is a tongue twister and good for beginning readers."
"This book is perfect with a beautiful hard cover."
"It's a great laugh watching them start from the beginning and then getting twisted with their words by the end of the book."
"Worked great for my lesson."

Nobody outfoxes Fantastic Mr. Fox! This early Roald Dahl adventure is great for reading aloud to three- to seven-year-olds, who will be delighted to hear that Mr. Fox keeps his family one step ahead of the obsessed farmers. "This reprint of the 1970 edition tells the story of clever Mr. Fox, his adoring wife, and their four small children, who outsmart three of the nastiest, ugliest, and ultimately dumbest farmers ever to raise poultry.
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Find Best Price at Amazon"This book is both instersting and very good.I've read it twise(probably because of how good it is)the only thing I wish is that its called ''dedoodofire no jk just a joke. nothing to wish.thats the last thing that makes me wanna rate it a five5 star.Just pleas read it at some point!!!"
"A classic story with a great new cover!"
"Excellent - to read to my grand daughter when she is, say 2-3 years old - can't wait."
"Definitely better than the movie."
"Bought for 8 year old niece and nephew."
Best Children's Fox & Wolf Books

From bestselling and award-winning author Sara Pennypacker comes a beautifully wrought, utterly compelling novel about the powerful relationship between a boy and his fox. He strikes out on his own despite the encroaching war, spurred by love, loyalty, and grief, to be reunited with his fox. Pennypacker, author of the exuberant "Clementine" series (Disney-Hyperion) and the charmingly morbid Summer of the Gypsy Moths (HarperCollins, 2012), here displays not only her formidable writing skills and a willingness to stretch her storytelling into increasingly complex narrative forms but also her ability to tackle dark and weighty themes with sensitivity and respect for the child reader. As the protagonists struggle to reunite in a world in the grip of violence and destruction, they each find helpers who assist them on their respective journeys: Peter breaks his foot and is rehabilitated by Vola, a hermit suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder, while Pax is taken in by a leash of foxes who teach him the basics of foraging and hunting. Black-and-white drawings by Klassen offer a respite for readers, while adding to the haunting atmosphere.With spare, lyrical prose, Pennypacker manages to infuse this tearjerker with a tender hope, showing that peace and love can require just as much sacrifice as war. “In an exceptionally powerful, if grim story, Pennypacker does a remarkable job of conveying the gritty perspective of a sheltered animal that must instantly learn to live in the wild.” (Publishers Weekly (starred review) ).
Reviews
Find Best Price at Amazon"It's a beautifully written story."
"Targeted at the 8 – 12 year old group, Sara Pennypacker’s latest novel “Pax” is a book that carries universal truths and one that will touch readers of any age. “…distrust is no match for kindness administered consistently and unmeasured …”. Having enlisted in the army, Peter’s father takes his son to live with his grandfather and demands that Peter release “Pax” back into the wild. A broken leg, an encounter with an amputee-veteran whose unnamed war occurred twenty years previously, and a realization – by both Peter and “Pax” – that each must be true to his own nature creates an emotional, poignant story that will touch your heart. Writing in the third person voice, Sara Pennypacker alternates the focus of “Pax” between developments affecting Peter and those in which “Pax” learns what it is to be a fox."
"A truly beautiful book however I think kids should be over 10 prior to reading it."
"Gave this to my great, great nephew who's named Paxton, but we call him Pax."
"Fabulous!"
"Touches upon deep subjects line war, ptsd, reaching a goal despite adversity."
"wonderful story."
"Such a good book!"
Best Children's Wolf Books

As the shadowy figure gets closer and closer and the day draws to a close, the animals shut the door, pull the shades, and turn out the lights. Bright, clear computer graphics show small animals fishing and playing in the woods, the piglets and rabbits in jeans, shirts, and caps. Adult animals shoo the small creatures inside, where they pull the shades, and hide behind an armchair--until the wolf opens the door, and surprise!
Reviews
Find Best Price at Amazon"Not only are the illustrations and story captivating for young imaginations, but the surprise ending delights, and teaches how preconceived notions aren't always accurate!"
"Had to buy another hard copy as ours got dog earred after a few kids :) It is suspenseful, even a might scary for some children as the wolf is drawn in the typical vein of big bag wolf."
"This book was read to us when my DS's school had a Parent's "Stay Play" I saw the reaction to the children as the teacher read the book and had to bring it home for him."
"She loves howling with the wolf and exclaiming "Surprise!""
"I gave this book to my nephew, and was told that it quickly became his bedtime favorite."
"Suffice to say, we were relieved when we finally learned that it's all about a surprise birthday party for their friend Wolf."
"My students absolutely LOVE this book."
"As a preschool teacher I am always looking for quality reading for circle time."