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Bogo: The Fox Who Wanted Everything
Bogo watched many animals around him. Some of them were so incredible that they made him feel less special. One day he decided to invent amazing things so that he could have everything he wanted.
A pair of wings to fly like a bird. It never worked.
A pair of night glasses to see like an owl. It never worked . . .
Susanna Isern works as a child psychologist and writer. Most of her books have been translated into over a dozen languages. She has been awarded the Silver Medal in the Moonbeam Children's Book Awards 2013 in the United States.
Sonja Wimmer is a renowned international illustrator. Her books have been translated into several languages. In the United States, she received the Independent Publisher Book Award and was a two-time winner of the Moonbeam Children´s Book Award and International Latino Book Award.
A pair of wings to fly like a bird. It never worked.
A pair of night glasses to see like an owl. It never worked . . .
Susanna Isern works as a child psychologist and writer. Most of her books have been translated into over a dozen languages. She has been awarded the Silver Medal in the Moonbeam Children's Book Awards 2013 in the United States.
Sonja Wimmer is a renowned international illustrator. Her books have been translated into several languages. In the United States, she received the Independent Publisher Book Award and was a two-time winner of the Moonbeam Children´s Book Award and International Latino Book Award.
40 pages, Hardcover
Published October 11, 2016
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November 2, 2019
A little fox named Bogo, curious about the world around him, and just a little bit envious of the other woodland creatures, constantly attempts to invent gadgets that will allow him to gain their abilities. But although he makes wings, he finds he cannot fly like a bird; although he invents night glasses, he cannot see in the dark like a bat; although he invents jumping stilts, he cannot leap like a frog. Discouraged at the seeming failure of his ideas, Bogo withdraws to his home. But when a crew of dangerous wolves enters the woods, it is Bogo's own natural skills - his keen hearing and sense of smell, his cunning and great speed - that save the day. Perhaps Bogo is special just as he is...?
First published in Spanish as Bogo Quierelotodo, and made available in English by the original publisher, NubeOcho, Bogo, the Fox Who Wanted Everything presents a story that can be interpreted in a variety of ways. The first, and the one I suspect was intended by author Susanna Isern, is that we are each of us unique and valuable, with special skills and qualities of our own that we should appreciate, rather than coveting those of others. A fable of self-affirmation and self-esteem, if you will. The second possible interpretation, which is more problematic, and which I suspect is not intended, is that there isn't any use in trying to use our ingenuity to improve ourselves and to increase and supplement our natural (and somewhat limited) abilities. Whilst I would agree with the first idea, I would disagree with the second, so depending upon one's interpretation, I approve or disapprove of the messages implicit in the story here. All that said, I have no such reservation about the illustrations, which are simply gorgeous. Colorful, humorous, magical - the artwork is enchanting, making perusing this book a true pleasure. Recommended to anyone looking for children's stories about being (and appreciating) yourself.
First published in Spanish as Bogo Quierelotodo, and made available in English by the original publisher, NubeOcho, Bogo, the Fox Who Wanted Everything presents a story that can be interpreted in a variety of ways. The first, and the one I suspect was intended by author Susanna Isern, is that we are each of us unique and valuable, with special skills and qualities of our own that we should appreciate, rather than coveting those of others. A fable of self-affirmation and self-esteem, if you will. The second possible interpretation, which is more problematic, and which I suspect is not intended, is that there isn't any use in trying to use our ingenuity to improve ourselves and to increase and supplement our natural (and somewhat limited) abilities. Whilst I would agree with the first idea, I would disagree with the second, so depending upon one's interpretation, I approve or disapprove of the messages implicit in the story here. All that said, I have no such reservation about the illustrations, which are simply gorgeous. Colorful, humorous, magical - the artwork is enchanting, making perusing this book a true pleasure. Recommended to anyone looking for children's stories about being (and appreciating) yourself.
June 17, 2016
Illustrations are outstanding. The story itself ended somewhat abruptly to me.
December 21, 2016
Lovely book. The artwork is just as unique as the main character. Bogo is a fox who isn't happy being himself. But he does love inventing things. So he invents wings, night goggles, jumping springs, protective armor, and so much more. Sadly, none of his inventions work and Bogo feels like a failure. Then one night, Bogo overhears wolves plotting to capture and eat his friends. Bogo warns them all to run and hide. The next morning, Bogo learns how special he really is. His unique talents have helped his friends survive. And since they all love his quirky inventions, he continues to invent new and unusual things even though none of them actually work.
April 16, 2019
I really loved this story and the images it has. I'm really happy to have found this tale in the library of my collage.
August 1, 2020
I’m giving this book 4 stars on the strength of its illustrations. The stereotypical portrayal of wolves as villains was a great disappointment in this otherwise lovely and charming tale.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
November 19, 2020
Note: I accessed a digital review copy of this book through Edelweiss.
August 31, 2024
Read at nlb big booo giveaway. Love the art so much!
May 22, 2025
Hermoso libro infantil sobre los dones con los que nacemos y el intento de adquirir los que nos faltan.
February 2, 2017
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Como y cuando: De vez en cuando recibo correos electrónicos de Boolino para ofrecerme la crítica de los libros infantiles que ofrecen y dar a conocer las publicaciones que tienen. Es bastante difícil conseguir un libro para reseñar porque somos muchas solicitándolo, pero en esta ocasión he tenido suerte y he recibido uno que me convencía completamente por la descripción que facilitaban.
Trama: Trata de un zorro que vivía en un árbol. Observaba las maravillosas habilidades que tenían sus compañeros de alrededor y quería ser como ellos, así que inventaba e inventaba para semejarse a sus maravillosos amigos intentando volar, intentando ver en la oscuridad, etc. Fracasa en todos sus inventos y un día, que se rindió, se demostró a sí mismo que tenía sus propias habilidades maravillosas cuando salvó la vida a todos sus amigos.
Personajes: Hay un protagonista, Bogo el zorro. No lo desarrolla ampliamente dado que es un cuento infantil. Pero está muy bien adaptado para los niños. También hay unos antagonistas y unos compañeros muy variados y adecuados.
Extensión: Para mi hijo, de casi 2 años, es muy largo. Este tipo de cuentos no es para Bebés, pero me parece una extensión magnífica para el público al que va dirigido. Entre los 4 y 8 años no es ni largo, ni corto.
Ilustraciones: Tiene unas imágenes que me parecen preciosas. Me gustan mucho las imágenes con los textos bien integrados y que no sean planos.
Conclusión: Es un libro que le compraría a Bebé Fúturo en un futuro (cuando ya sea Niño Fúturo). Me encanta la historia que trata de la especialidad que hay en cada uno y que nadie es mejor o peor que otra persona. Creo que es un cuento que debería estar en todos los hogares. Me ha encantado en todos los aspectos, la verdad. Os lo creáis o no, a pesar de haberlo recibido para realizar la reseña, soy muy sincera. Es un libro que recomendaré, porque me encanta el tema que trata de la autoestima y la tolerancia.
Como y cuando: De vez en cuando recibo correos electrónicos de Boolino para ofrecerme la crítica de los libros infantiles que ofrecen y dar a conocer las publicaciones que tienen. Es bastante difícil conseguir un libro para reseñar porque somos muchas solicitándolo, pero en esta ocasión he tenido suerte y he recibido uno que me convencía completamente por la descripción que facilitaban.
Trama: Trata de un zorro que vivía en un árbol. Observaba las maravillosas habilidades que tenían sus compañeros de alrededor y quería ser como ellos, así que inventaba e inventaba para semejarse a sus maravillosos amigos intentando volar, intentando ver en la oscuridad, etc. Fracasa en todos sus inventos y un día, que se rindió, se demostró a sí mismo que tenía sus propias habilidades maravillosas cuando salvó la vida a todos sus amigos.
Personajes: Hay un protagonista, Bogo el zorro. No lo desarrolla ampliamente dado que es un cuento infantil. Pero está muy bien adaptado para los niños. También hay unos antagonistas y unos compañeros muy variados y adecuados.
Extensión: Para mi hijo, de casi 2 años, es muy largo. Este tipo de cuentos no es para Bebés, pero me parece una extensión magnífica para el público al que va dirigido. Entre los 4 y 8 años no es ni largo, ni corto.
Ilustraciones: Tiene unas imágenes que me parecen preciosas. Me gustan mucho las imágenes con los textos bien integrados y que no sean planos.
Conclusión: Es un libro que le compraría a Bebé Fúturo en un futuro (cuando ya sea Niño Fúturo). Me encanta la historia que trata de la especialidad que hay en cada uno y que nadie es mejor o peor que otra persona. Creo que es un cuento que debería estar en todos los hogares. Me ha encantado en todos los aspectos, la verdad. Os lo creáis o no, a pesar de haberlo recibido para realizar la reseña, soy muy sincera. Es un libro que recomendaré, porque me encanta el tema que trata de la autoestima y la tolerancia.
July 22, 2016
This is an absolutely beautiful book. The illustrations are so detailed, yet soft; you can get lost staring at all of the intricacies in the pages. The storyline is excellent... until the end - minus TWO stars for this!! - which ends super abruptly. Is this just an issue with the e-galley? I need to know why. There is a lesson to be learned here, but we're left with loose ends that could have easily been tied up nice and neat. So unsatisfying for a picture book with such gorgeous illustrations and a wonderful beginning and end! Bogo, the Fox Who Wanted Everything wants to teach us something - wants to show us something about ourselves - but ultimately fails but leaving us wondering what the point of it all is. What's the point of Bogo trying to be like all of the animals he thinks are so much more special than he is, and then failing? Dear Susanna, Isern, we the readers (most importantly the youngest readers!) need to know!
Disclaimer: Thank you to Edelweiss, who provided me with a review copy in exchange for my honest opinion.
Disclaimer: Thank you to Edelweiss, who provided me with a review copy in exchange for my honest opinion.
October 7, 2016
Your child will enjoy the color and creative pictures of a fox trying to be special like the other forest animals. Bogo the fox is amazed at what special things other animals could do. So he makes inventions to try to do those things. He made wings to fly but that didn't work out. He kept trying to make inventions to make himself special but they always failed. He gave up. He thought that he would never succeed so he stayed at home and gave up. The forest creatures missed him so much and his inventions. Then one day, a pack of hungry wolves came by his home and he learned that he was special in other ways.
This book is great for young children and provides a good discussion topic after reading to children. How are they are special?
I received this finished Copy by making a selection from Amazon Vine books but that in no way influenced my thoughts or feelings in this review. I also posted this review only on sites meant for reading not for selling
This book is great for young children and provides a good discussion topic after reading to children. How are they are special?
I received this finished Copy by making a selection from Amazon Vine books but that in no way influenced my thoughts or feelings in this review. I also posted this review only on sites meant for reading not for selling
August 31, 2016
Ended abruptly. What happened to the story?
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July 4, 2017Fine illustrations; Spanish (original) version is so aurally pleasing with wonderful use of alliteration and assonance
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