Heather Forest

The Little Red Hen: an Old Fable Heather Forest

Publisher Marketing: A little Red Hen lived in a house, with a frisky dog, a cat, and a mouse. So begins this fresh look at a beloved old fable. The little Red Hen's frisky housemates - Dog, Cat, and Mouse - would rather play than settle down to daily chores such as planting, cutting, and grinding wheat. But when the wheat is used to make a delicious cake, the little creatures are more than happy to help eat it! Heather Forest's rhythmic retelling captures the chaos of daily living and celebrates the spirit of teamwork inherent in the tale. Susan Gaber's whimsical illustrations done in acrylics, some pastels and cut paper transport the reader to a cozy cottage where the little Red Hen helps others learn how to help her ... even if it is more effort than doing the work by herself! Review Citations: Kirkus Review - Children 09/15/2006 pg. 953 (EAN 9780874837957, Hardcover) - *Starred Review School Library Journal 11/01/2006 pg. 120 (EAN 9780874837957, Hardcover) Hornbook Guide to Children 01/01/2007 pg. 117 (EAN 9780874837957, Hardcover) Wilson Children's Catalog 01/01/2007 pg. 12 (EAN 9780874837957, Hardcover) Wilson Children's Catalog 01/01/2010 pg. 166 (EAN 9780874837957, Hardcover) Contributor Bio:  Gaber, Susan Susan Gaber has illustrated a number of picture books, including "When Winter Comes, The Stable Where Jesus Was Born, " and "The Very First Thanksgiving Day." She lives with her family in Huntington, New York.