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Wednesday and Woof #1
Catastrophe
Wednesday and her service dog, Woof, are the best detectives in the Midwest! But can they sniff out Mrs. Winters’s missing cat before her big trip in the first book of this full-color, fully illustrated HarperChapters series?
Every book in the HarperChapters line of early chapter books sets newly independent readers up for success with short chapters, art on every page, and interactive features that celebrate progress and effort!
Detective Tip #1: Try not to jump to conclusions!
When Mrs. Winters’s cat goes missing before her big trip to Paris, there’s only one detective duo to call on—Wednesday and Woof! But Wednesday will need to rethink all her assumptions when her number one suspects become a dead-end lead. Will Wednesday and Woof sniff out enough clues in their neighborhood to find the missing kitty? Or will this cat-napped caper be their first unsolved mystery?
Every book in the HarperChapters line of early chapter books sets newly independent readers up for success with short chapters, art on every page, and interactive features that celebrate progress and effort!
Detective Tip #1: Try not to jump to conclusions!
When Mrs. Winters’s cat goes missing before her big trip to Paris, there’s only one detective duo to call on—Wednesday and Woof! But Wednesday will need to rethink all her assumptions when her number one suspects become a dead-end lead. Will Wednesday and Woof sniff out enough clues in their neighborhood to find the missing kitty? Or will this cat-napped caper be their first unsolved mystery?
96 pages, Paperback
First published May 24, 2022
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Sherri Winston
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Sherri Winston has eight published works of fiction, and lives in Orlando, FL.
Sherri Winston has eight published works of fiction, and lives in Orlando, FL.
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September 13, 2023
This was such a cute introduction to a new and fun chapter book series!
Wednesday and Woof #1: Catastrophe is the first in a new series designated to HarperCollins' HarperChapters line which is aimed at creating chapter books for younger readers. This series follows a young backyard detective by the name of Wednesday and her co-detective Woof. In this first installment, the two are looking for Ms. Winter's missing cat. Full of beautiful illustrations and fun, if predictable, clues, this is sure to be a hit amongst younger readers. There is also great disability representation. Wednesday has juvenile arthritis and Woof is her service dog. While it isn't the center of the story, there are specific moments where Wednesday's father reminds her to take it easy or Woof will make sure that she's taking necessary breaks. I also loved that this book was encouraging to readers who may be diving into chapter books for the first time. At the end of each chapter, the reader is reminded of how far they've made it into and that they should feel proud and accomplished.
Overall, this was a fun read and I'm excited to dive into the next book in the series.
Wednesday and Woof #1: Catastrophe is the first in a new series designated to HarperCollins' HarperChapters line which is aimed at creating chapter books for younger readers. This series follows a young backyard detective by the name of Wednesday and her co-detective Woof. In this first installment, the two are looking for Ms. Winter's missing cat. Full of beautiful illustrations and fun, if predictable, clues, this is sure to be a hit amongst younger readers. There is also great disability representation. Wednesday has juvenile arthritis and Woof is her service dog. While it isn't the center of the story, there are specific moments where Wednesday's father reminds her to take it easy or Woof will make sure that she's taking necessary breaks. I also loved that this book was encouraging to readers who may be diving into chapter books for the first time. At the end of each chapter, the reader is reminded of how far they've made it into and that they should feel proud and accomplished.
Overall, this was a fun read and I'm excited to dive into the next book in the series.
August 28, 2021
Thanks to Harper Collins Children's Books and NetGalley for providing me with a free ARC in return for my honest review.
Wednesday and Woof is the first book in the series by author Sherri Winston with illustrations by Gladys Jose, and is really a great book for beginning readers to get used to chapters, more involved plots and Ms Winston has a really nifty way of congratulating these readers. At the end of almost all of these short and extremely readable chapters she gives encouragement to the reader for how much they have read and even breaks it down as to how many words they have read to a certain point in the book.
As for the story, it is similar to many "backyard" detective stories for children and in that regard it is totally predictable, but despite that Ms. Winston has added something that does set it apart. Her detective is a young girl who has Juvenile Arthritis and her companion is a trusty service dog who carries many of her supplies in his vest pockets. This is super and while there is a mystery, there are also parts that inform us of this disease and issues that arise from the juvenile arthritis. This is a book that teaches us something and is accompanied by cute illustrations. I liked this book a lot and look forward to being given the opportunity to review more of these books since this is clearly marked as Book #1 in the series. A great birthday or holiday present, a real top notch effort and one that also educated this reader/reviewer regarding the issue of Juvenile Arthritis
Wednesday and Woof is the first book in the series by author Sherri Winston with illustrations by Gladys Jose, and is really a great book for beginning readers to get used to chapters, more involved plots and Ms Winston has a really nifty way of congratulating these readers. At the end of almost all of these short and extremely readable chapters she gives encouragement to the reader for how much they have read and even breaks it down as to how many words they have read to a certain point in the book.
As for the story, it is similar to many "backyard" detective stories for children and in that regard it is totally predictable, but despite that Ms. Winston has added something that does set it apart. Her detective is a young girl who has Juvenile Arthritis and her companion is a trusty service dog who carries many of her supplies in his vest pockets. This is super and while there is a mystery, there are also parts that inform us of this disease and issues that arise from the juvenile arthritis. This is a book that teaches us something and is accompanied by cute illustrations. I liked this book a lot and look forward to being given the opportunity to review more of these books since this is clearly marked as Book #1 in the series. A great birthday or holiday present, a real top notch effort and one that also educated this reader/reviewer regarding the issue of Juvenile Arthritis
May 1, 2023
This is the start of a cute chapter book series about a young girl named Walia nicknamed Wednesday. She likes sleuthing and is quick to solve a mystery. She also has juvenile arthritis so sometimes her muscles lock up on her and people treat her a little different than other children her age making sure she doesn't overexert herself. When her neighbor's cat disappears she and her trusty sidekick, her service dog are on the case. It's a good series to ease kids into reading chapter books and more complex stories while encouraging them for continuing reading.
June 10, 2022
Thank you to Netgalley for the review copy of Wednesday and Woof #1 by Sherri Winston. This is a cute beginning chapter book perfect for 2nd and 3rd graders who like mysteries.
Wednesday is the nickname of Walia - a young girl with Juvenile Arthritis - and her service dog, Woof. They love mysteries, and now they have an actual mystery. Autumn, Walia's neighbor's cat, is missing. Walia fights the urge to jump to conclusions to put the clues together and find out where Autumn may have gone. The lessons in this book are relevant and important. I like Walia as a character and how much she learns and reflects throughout the story.
My students are above this level of reading, but I would definitely recommend it to reluctant readers, or younger readers !
Wednesday is the nickname of Walia - a young girl with Juvenile Arthritis - and her service dog, Woof. They love mysteries, and now they have an actual mystery. Autumn, Walia's neighbor's cat, is missing. Walia fights the urge to jump to conclusions to put the clues together and find out where Autumn may have gone. The lessons in this book are relevant and important. I like Walia as a character and how much she learns and reflects throughout the story.
My students are above this level of reading, but I would definitely recommend it to reluctant readers, or younger readers !
August 12, 2021
Walia Nadir (aka Wednesday) has a recent diagnosis of Juvenile Arthritis, but that doesn't keep her and her support dog, Woof, from investigating the mystery of her neighbor's missing cat. Really cute illustrations and a fun story make this a great addition to any elementary school library or classroom. I'd call this level M/N so it could be a good companion book for kids who like Zoey and Sassafrass, Ivy & Bean, Little Shaq, Princess in Black, etc.
* Thanks to NetGalley and HarperCollins Children's books for the eARC. Expected publication date: April 5, 2022.
* Thanks to NetGalley and HarperCollins Children's books for the eARC. Expected publication date: April 5, 2022.
August 29, 2021
Thank you for this advanced copy of Wednesday and Woof #1: Catastrophe. This is an early to mid chapter book that introduces the sweetest characters who solve mysteries in their neighborhood. I felt like this story had wonderful representation of physical disabilities as well as POC characters. It would fit really well into a mystery reading or writing unit. Great for a read aloud and love that it's the first in a series-I can see kids wanting to pick up the next books after this one!
May 28, 2023
cute story
This is a VERY cute story of a girl helping her neighbor find her cat. The adventure this book takes you on, the dialogue between the kids, and the relationship she has with her dad makes it an amazing experience to read. Great for all ages.
This is a VERY cute story of a girl helping her neighbor find her cat. The adventure this book takes you on, the dialogue between the kids, and the relationship she has with her dad makes it an amazing experience to read. Great for all ages.
February 1, 2022
Oh this was such a cute chapter book about a little girl who has juvenile arthritis and her service dog that solve crimes. This was a really cute story and I love how they show even with a disability that Walia can still do things that other kids do, it will just take her a little longer. But she does save the day and finds where Autumn her neighbor’s cat went so that she can head out on vacation.
Thanks to HarperCollins and Netgalley for the complimentary copy of this book in e-book form. All opinions in this review are my own.
Thanks to HarperCollins and Netgalley for the complimentary copy of this book in e-book form. All opinions in this review are my own.
July 23, 2021
Wednesday (aka Walia Nadir) and her dog Woof are daring detectives. They are also partners; making sure that Wednesday is careful about her health. Juvenile arthritis can be serious, so Woof is her support animal.
This book shines beyond the plethora of other children's detective stories for me because we get to experience Wednesday's feelings as they occur. A zing of tingling skin, or the zooming movement of her eyes as she searches for clues. And the understood thoughts between detective and dog. They make the story come alive with sweetness and humor--not just antics and deduction! Occasional illustrations add depth and character to the story. And because this is an early reader chapter book, each chapter finished is celebrated!
Wednesday's physical limitations are mentioned, but not belabored. They are just part of her life, and she tries to do what her parents have taught her, to minimize the symptoms.
This delightful book is perfect for any young reader; a read-aloud or self-read book. In a classroom, at home, or on vacation.
5/5 Stars
Thanks to the publisher and NetGalley for this free ebook preview!
#WednesdayandWoof1Catastrophe #NetGalley
This book shines beyond the plethora of other children's detective stories for me because we get to experience Wednesday's feelings as they occur. A zing of tingling skin, or the zooming movement of her eyes as she searches for clues. And the understood thoughts between detective and dog. They make the story come alive with sweetness and humor--not just antics and deduction! Occasional illustrations add depth and character to the story. And because this is an early reader chapter book, each chapter finished is celebrated!
Wednesday's physical limitations are mentioned, but not belabored. They are just part of her life, and she tries to do what her parents have taught her, to minimize the symptoms.
This delightful book is perfect for any young reader; a read-aloud or self-read book. In a classroom, at home, or on vacation.
5/5 Stars
Thanks to the publisher and NetGalley for this free ebook preview!
#WednesdayandWoof1Catastrophe #NetGalley
September 17, 2024
Sherri Winston (YA-Kayla Chronicles, MG-Shark Teeth, Braid Girls & more) brings younger readers a highly illustrated early chapter book with a female main character who is learning to manage her Juvenile Arthritis (JA).
Wednesday Walia Nadir (Wednesday when she’s solving mysteries; Walia to family & friends) is a younger elementary-aged student who is hoping to follow in her aunt’s detective footsteps but sometimes has difficulty following one of the 5 tips for budding investigators: Don’t jump to conclusions. Winston’s Wednesday demonstrates strength of character as she tries to remain independent and active even when her joints ache and doesn’t let the little things keep her from solving the mystery of the missing cat. She also struggles like most people would with bossy classmates and those that count her out due to her disability.
Text in this early chapter book is set in an easily read font, has roomy line spacing and plenty of white space and enticingly colored illustrations and text boxes on every page. Those features are couple with road signs noting pages read or asking prediction/inference questions to further encourage readers to keep reading. Main character Walia/Wednesday has strong, caring family and supportive neighbors in an area of town that demonstrates racial diversity with her family being Black, a best friend and a next door neighbor illustrated as Caucasian and the local baker is Hispanic.
Highly recommended series for grades 1-4 with three installments available at the time of this review (Sept. ‘24).
Wednesday Walia Nadir (Wednesday when she’s solving mysteries; Walia to family & friends) is a younger elementary-aged student who is hoping to follow in her aunt’s detective footsteps but sometimes has difficulty following one of the 5 tips for budding investigators: Don’t jump to conclusions. Winston’s Wednesday demonstrates strength of character as she tries to remain independent and active even when her joints ache and doesn’t let the little things keep her from solving the mystery of the missing cat. She also struggles like most people would with bossy classmates and those that count her out due to her disability.
Text in this early chapter book is set in an easily read font, has roomy line spacing and plenty of white space and enticingly colored illustrations and text boxes on every page. Those features are couple with road signs noting pages read or asking prediction/inference questions to further encourage readers to keep reading. Main character Walia/Wednesday has strong, caring family and supportive neighbors in an area of town that demonstrates racial diversity with her family being Black, a best friend and a next door neighbor illustrated as Caucasian and the local baker is Hispanic.
Highly recommended series for grades 1-4 with three installments available at the time of this review (Sept. ‘24).
September 5, 2021
I received an ARC of Wednesday and Woof #1: Catastrophe thanks to NetGalley and HarperCollins Children's Books.
Wednesday and Woof #1: Catastrophe is a beginning chapter book by Sherri Winston. Walia "Wednesday" Nadir and her dog Woof are amateur detectives. Wednesday and Woof encounter their first case when the neighbor's cat goes missing. They begin the search and learn along the way not to jump to conclusions without the proper evidence. This book contains not only cute illustrations, but also some of Wednesday's notebook pages with observations, maps, questions, etc. I appreciate the way that the duo utilized problem-solving skills to solve their first case.
I love that this book features a female detective! Besides being a girl, Wednesday faces additional challenges that are rarely addressed in children's books. Walia happens to have juvenile arthritis, but refuses to allow it to define her. She does have some struggles with it throughout the story and shares how she sometimes has to take a rest. Woof is actually her service dog and keeps tabs on how Wednesday is doing in addition to helping her solve cases.
This is a book that I would recommend to young readers that are ready for beginning chapter books. The chapters are manageable and the illustrations are engaging and contribute to the storyline. I look forward to seeing other books in the Wednesday and Woof series in the future!
#NetGalley #WednesdayandWoof1Catastrophe
Wednesday and Woof #1: Catastrophe is a beginning chapter book by Sherri Winston. Walia "Wednesday" Nadir and her dog Woof are amateur detectives. Wednesday and Woof encounter their first case when the neighbor's cat goes missing. They begin the search and learn along the way not to jump to conclusions without the proper evidence. This book contains not only cute illustrations, but also some of Wednesday's notebook pages with observations, maps, questions, etc. I appreciate the way that the duo utilized problem-solving skills to solve their first case.
I love that this book features a female detective! Besides being a girl, Wednesday faces additional challenges that are rarely addressed in children's books. Walia happens to have juvenile arthritis, but refuses to allow it to define her. She does have some struggles with it throughout the story and shares how she sometimes has to take a rest. Woof is actually her service dog and keeps tabs on how Wednesday is doing in addition to helping her solve cases.
This is a book that I would recommend to young readers that are ready for beginning chapter books. The chapters are manageable and the illustrations are engaging and contribute to the storyline. I look forward to seeing other books in the Wednesday and Woof series in the future!
#NetGalley #WednesdayandWoof1Catastrophe
April 18, 2022
I received an electronic ARC from HarperCollins Children's Books through NetGalley.
Wednesday and her support dog, Woof, want to be detectives. They work together to solve cases in their neighborhood. Readers see them get a real case to solve when the neighbor's cat goes missing. Wednesday knows this cat well as it used to be her grandfather's until they had to rehome it due to her brother's allergies. She works through the steps like a grown up detective and brings in a friend to help. She does figure out where the cat is based on information she has written down in her notebook. Winston has created a humorous story for mid-elementary readers. I like the way she treats Wednesdays Juvenile Arthritis and incorporates her health into the story without it being the focal point. Readers see an overprotective dad and a mom and aunt who encourage Wednesday to challenger herself. They also see Wednesday push herself almost too far and have to rest and recover. Looking forward to the rest of this series.
Wednesday and her support dog, Woof, want to be detectives. They work together to solve cases in their neighborhood. Readers see them get a real case to solve when the neighbor's cat goes missing. Wednesday knows this cat well as it used to be her grandfather's until they had to rehome it due to her brother's allergies. She works through the steps like a grown up detective and brings in a friend to help. She does figure out where the cat is based on information she has written down in her notebook. Winston has created a humorous story for mid-elementary readers. I like the way she treats Wednesdays Juvenile Arthritis and incorporates her health into the story without it being the focal point. Readers see an overprotective dad and a mom and aunt who encourage Wednesday to challenger herself. They also see Wednesday push herself almost too far and have to rest and recover. Looking forward to the rest of this series.
November 20, 2021
Walia and her service dog, Woof, are detectives, determined to keep their neighborhood safe. One day, while on patrol, they learn their neighbor’s cat has gone missing. The Wednesday and Woof Detective Agency takes on the case, and follow clues all around the neighborhood. Will they be able to find the missing cat and solve the case?
Sherri Winston has written an incredible chapter book, filled with great illustrations by Gladys Jose. This book will help any sleuth hone their skills. Also, readers will learn about service dogs and Juvenile Arthritis. Beginning readers will be encouraged, as they see how many words they have read. Catastrophe is an adorable must-read chapter book.
I thoroughly enjoyed this book. I cannot wait to see what’s in-store for this detective duo.
Notes:
HarperChapters sent me an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
This review was originally posted on the Ariesgrl Book Reviews website.
Sherri Winston has written an incredible chapter book, filled with great illustrations by Gladys Jose. This book will help any sleuth hone their skills. Also, readers will learn about service dogs and Juvenile Arthritis. Beginning readers will be encouraged, as they see how many words they have read. Catastrophe is an adorable must-read chapter book.
I thoroughly enjoyed this book. I cannot wait to see what’s in-store for this detective duo.
Notes:
HarperChapters sent me an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
This review was originally posted on the Ariesgrl Book Reviews website.
April 10, 2022
Thank you to NetGalley for a free eARC copy of this book, in exchange for my honest review.
Be still, my heart. This book shows Wednesday, a girl newly diagnosed with juvenile arthritis who loves to solve mysteries with her support dog, Woof. In addition to normalizing support animals for illness, this book also shows a spunky girl who doesn't let her disability define her. I was also very happy that Wednesday is a Brown girl-- she has so many unique features to her character that surely will make little girls see themselves in her.
I was diagnosed with arthritis in my early-20s and it was awful. The loss, the feeling like a glass doll on a shelf, the inability to do things I wanted... despite being much older than the target audience, I honestly wish I had read this at the beginning of my arthritis journey.
I am looking forward to more books in this series. Thank you, Sherri Winston for writing such a beautiful character into your book.
Be still, my heart. This book shows Wednesday, a girl newly diagnosed with juvenile arthritis who loves to solve mysteries with her support dog, Woof. In addition to normalizing support animals for illness, this book also shows a spunky girl who doesn't let her disability define her. I was also very happy that Wednesday is a Brown girl-- she has so many unique features to her character that surely will make little girls see themselves in her.
I was diagnosed with arthritis in my early-20s and it was awful. The loss, the feeling like a glass doll on a shelf, the inability to do things I wanted... despite being much older than the target audience, I honestly wish I had read this at the beginning of my arthritis journey.
I am looking forward to more books in this series. Thank you, Sherri Winston for writing such a beautiful character into your book.
July 11, 2021
"Wednesday and Woof: Catastrophe" is by Sherri Winston with illustrations by Gladys Jose. It is the first in an early reader series about an irrepressible young detective named Walia Nadir, known by the name Wednesday. Wednesday attempts to solve neighborhood mysteries alongside her trusty service dog Woof. Woof is there to help her when she experiences juvenile arthritis symptoms. Set in a small town in Michigan, the supporting characters include a best friend, Belinda Bundy and a rival classmate, Anita B. Although Wednesday and Woof's bond centers the plot, Winston also introduces us to Wednesday's human support system: her somewhat overprotective parents and her encouraging grandpa. This book and indeeed series would be a great addition to a classroom or school library looking to include early readers with strong multi-dimensional heroines.
June 10, 2022
First sentence: "Hey, Woof, do you see what I see?"
Premise/plot: Wednesday and Woof star in their first mystery in a new mystery series for young readers. This is an illustrated chapter book, a mystery. Wednesday and Woof (well, probably technically Wednesday) take a case for their neighbor, Mrs. Winter. Her cat, Autumn, has gone missing. Can Wednesday (and Woof) solve the case in time? (Mrs. Winter is due to leave on vacation very, very soon.) These two are determined to follow all the clues and not rush to conclusions, but, sometimes that is difficult to do when you think you've got enough information to solve (when you really don't).
My thoughts: I liked this one. It's always good to see another series for this age group, and a mystery series at that. There's a handful of clues sprinkled throughout the book so young readers can try to solve the case as well.
July 16, 2022
Wednesday Walia Nadir is a detective, along with her service dog, Woof. Together they solve mysteries around their idyllic little town in Michigan. Walia has juvenile arthritis, which makes her joints hurt and requires her to limit her daily activities (and is why she needs a service animal). She doesn't let her JA get her down, and is determined to push on and solve whatever mystery is presented to her.
Kind of didactic both in her detective-ing and about her JA. But all the diversity is much appreciated, and I think kids will still like it. Harpers Chapters are a bit of a mixed bag for me, but this is one of the better ones.
Really cute full-color illustrations on almost every page, along with glimpses of Walia's detective notebook pages. Some pages have a lot of text, multiple paragraphs, but the text is fairly large. GRL of L.
Kind of didactic both in her detective-ing and about her JA. But all the diversity is much appreciated, and I think kids will still like it. Harpers Chapters are a bit of a mixed bag for me, but this is one of the better ones.
Really cute full-color illustrations on almost every page, along with glimpses of Walia's detective notebook pages. Some pages have a lot of text, multiple paragraphs, but the text is fairly large. GRL of L.
July 14, 2021
A girl with juvenile arthritis and her service dog solving neighborhood mysteries...it's as cute as it sounds!
My 8 year old daughter and I loved this book!
What we liked:
-The relationship between Walia and her dog Woof. Not only does he help keep her safe but he also helps her solve the mysteries and it's really sweet.
-The small town
-The mystery of finding a missing cat. It was perfect for an 8 year old
-clean and cute with a good story. Just what I'm looking for in books for my kids.
What we didn't like:
When I asked my daughter if there was anything she didn't look she looked at me confused and said "I LIKED ALL OF IT!!"
We can't wait for book 2!
Thank you Netgalley and the publisher for the eARC in exchange for my honest review.
My 8 year old daughter and I loved this book!
What we liked:
-The relationship between Walia and her dog Woof. Not only does he help keep her safe but he also helps her solve the mysteries and it's really sweet.
-The small town
-The mystery of finding a missing cat. It was perfect for an 8 year old
-clean and cute with a good story. Just what I'm looking for in books for my kids.
What we didn't like:
When I asked my daughter if there was anything she didn't look she looked at me confused and said "I LIKED ALL OF IT!!"
We can't wait for book 2!
Thank you Netgalley and the publisher for the eARC in exchange for my honest review.
May 28, 2022
Are you ready to be overwhelmed by cuteness, charm, and positive disability representation? Then prepare to meet Walia Nadir, a young Black girl who has started her own detective agency with her adorable and four-legged co-partner Woof in Sherri Winston’s Wednesday and Woof #1: Catastrophe.
A new chapter book series, Wednesday and Woof starts off with a mystery-minded Walia scoping out potential mysteries from her headquarters, an old boat in her family’s backyard. Initially it looks like she’ll have to rustle up a mystery on her own, until she’s presented with a case of a missing cat.
Find the full review here: https://blackgirlscreate.org/2022/05/...
A new chapter book series, Wednesday and Woof starts off with a mystery-minded Walia scoping out potential mysteries from her headquarters, an old boat in her family’s backyard. Initially it looks like she’ll have to rustle up a mystery on her own, until she’s presented with a case of a missing cat.
Find the full review here: https://blackgirlscreate.org/2022/05/...
May 28, 2022
Wednesday and Woof is a super cute new beginner chapter book series. The story follows Walia, aka Wednesday, and her service dog, Woof, as they solve mysteries. In this first book of the series, Catastrophe, they are looking for her neighbor's cat who has gone missing. Autumn was in her favorite shady spot in the yard, but seems to have wandered off. Wednesday has juvenile arthritis and has to be careful not to overdo things or wear herself out too much. The book does a great job explaining her arthritis and why she needs a service dog. I can’t wait to buy this book for my school library. Great for animal loving, mystery solving kids!
Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the advance copy of the book.
Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the advance copy of the book.
August 18, 2021
Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for a free e-arc to review.
I love Wednesday and Woof! Walia Nadir, aka Wednesday, is a detective with her dog Woof. Walia also happens to have juvenile arthritis - but she doesn't let that stop her from meeting her goals!
I really enjoyed Walia's positive attitude and how she admitted when she was wrong. I'm so excited to see her Dad taking a central role in caring for her (mom is also present, but dad gets the spotlight, at least in this installment!). I love the diverse characters. The illustrations are cute and not over the top. Overall highly recommend for young readers! I'll be buying for my library.
I love Wednesday and Woof! Walia Nadir, aka Wednesday, is a detective with her dog Woof. Walia also happens to have juvenile arthritis - but she doesn't let that stop her from meeting her goals!
I really enjoyed Walia's positive attitude and how she admitted when she was wrong. I'm so excited to see her Dad taking a central role in caring for her (mom is also present, but dad gets the spotlight, at least in this installment!). I love the diverse characters. The illustrations are cute and not over the top. Overall highly recommend for young readers! I'll be buying for my library.
September 1, 2021
This is a fun quick early chapter book with great vocabulary words and cute illustrations. I like that a few times throughout the book they congratulated the reader on how many words they read so far. Encouraging newly independent readers is critical to keep them reading when they feel discouraged. The main character, Walia, has juvenile arthritis. This is something I haven't seen in any children's book before and it's great to see this kind of representation. At the end of the book, the author gives the reader some tips on how to be a detective. This is a great start to a new early chapter book series. (Read a digital ARC via Netgalley.)
December 28, 2022
Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for a free e-arc to review.
I love Wednesday and Woof! Walia Nadir, aka Wednesday, is a detective with her dog Woof. Walia also happens to have juvenile arthritis - but she doesn't let that stop her from meeting her goals!
I really enjoyed Walia's positive attitude and how she admitted when she was wrong. I'm so excited to see her Dad taking a central role in caring for her (mom is also present, but dad gets the spotlight, at least in this installment!). I love the diverse characters. The illustrations are cute and not over the top. Overall highly recommend for young readers! I'll be buying for my library.
I love Wednesday and Woof! Walia Nadir, aka Wednesday, is a detective with her dog Woof. Walia also happens to have juvenile arthritis - but she doesn't let that stop her from meeting her goals!
I really enjoyed Walia's positive attitude and how she admitted when she was wrong. I'm so excited to see her Dad taking a central role in caring for her (mom is also present, but dad gets the spotlight, at least in this installment!). I love the diverse characters. The illustrations are cute and not over the top. Overall highly recommend for young readers! I'll be buying for my library.
January 14, 2023
Wednesday and her service dog, Woof, have been solving mysteries for two months and are ready for their first case as the Wednesday and Woof Detective Agency. A case comes right to them when their neighbor's cat goes missing right before vacation. Can they follow the clues and bring the cat back? Wednesday has juvenile arthritis, and Woof helps support her by noticing when her body needs a break and alerting for help. As cute as Woof is, it's made clear that when Woof has his vest on, he is working. For fans of Aven Green and King and Kayla. These books are longer than King and Kayla, but they have full color illustrations and encouraging notes or questions at the end of most chapters.
February 10, 2023
This is the first book I've ever read with a protagonist with a disability, where the main focus isn't the disability. With the age-appropriate case of a missing cat, "Wednesday" Walia and her service dog Woof write down the clues, make observations, and go about the neighborhood within the limits that her Juvenile Arthritis allows. She jumps to conclusions, deals with a mean girl, and accepts a ride when she gets tired, but she solves the case! Woof also works both on the case (finding clues) and helping Wednesday with her disability (eg, helping her get to the ground, or reminding her when she needs rest for a bit)
July 13, 2022
7/12/2022 ~ Wednesday (first name) Walia (middle name) has juvenile arthritis and a service dog. I appreciated how juvenile arthritis and the service dog's role was explained in a way that made sense with the plot. (Though, the timeline of diagnosis 2-3 months ago and getting the dog right away doesn't seem realistic.)
I also enjoyed the full color illustrations, 18 pt. font, and the mystery plot. Wednesday didn't solve the mystery right away and worked through the set-backs. I'll enjoy adding these books to my elementary library.
I also enjoyed the full color illustrations, 18 pt. font, and the mystery plot. Wednesday didn't solve the mystery right away and worked through the set-backs. I'll enjoy adding these books to my elementary library.
August 12, 2022
I liked this book because of the main character, Walia, who goes by Wednesday and her service dog Woof. She has junior arthritis. I learned a lot about that disease. She is still a kid and does things. She doesn't let it stop her. Her dad is the one that seems to baby her. Her mom and grandpa say she's tough.
It's a mystery and she writes details in a notebook. All the characters are cute and she is really human and has "real " feeling
I like the color illustrations. They are really good. Kids will like this series. I have 1 and 2 and will have to purchase 3 for the library.
It's a mystery and she writes details in a notebook. All the characters are cute and she is really human and has "real " feeling
I like the color illustrations. They are really good. Kids will like this series. I have 1 and 2 and will have to purchase 3 for the library.
August 1, 2023
This is such a gem for children’s lit. It’s a great step into chapters book. The story is engaging and interesting. The illustrations fit it perfectly. The characters are just what are needed. Wednesday has juvenile arthritis and Woof is her medical assistance dog.
What I really loved were the encouragements at the end of the chapters like “you just read over 700 words,” or “only four chapters left.”
It was a good mystery and well written. Librarians, teachers, and parents need to add this to their lists today.
What I really loved were the encouragements at the end of the chapters like “you just read over 700 words,” or “only four chapters left.”
It was a good mystery and well written. Librarians, teachers, and parents need to add this to their lists today.
July 29, 2021
This is an impressive book with a female lead (of color) with a different ability. Walia's dream to become a detective despite her health condition teaches us that our dreams can be achieved - even when there are obstacles in our way.
This light reading chapter book has a small, non- complicated story line, and it is ideal for readers between ages of 8-12.
Thank you Netgalley for giving me the opportunity to read this book.
This light reading chapter book has a small, non- complicated story line, and it is ideal for readers between ages of 8-12.
Thank you Netgalley for giving me the opportunity to read this book.
November 6, 2021
[I received a free electronic review copy of this book from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own.]
3.5 stars = Good+
Cute launch of a new early chapter book series starring a girl with juvenile arthritis and her service dog. The author does a nice job of weaving the mystery and the diagnosis together into an engaging story with interesting characters. I'd be happy to hand this to any new chapter book reader.
3.5 stars = Good+
Cute launch of a new early chapter book series starring a girl with juvenile arthritis and her service dog. The author does a nice job of weaving the mystery and the diagnosis together into an engaging story with interesting characters. I'd be happy to hand this to any new chapter book reader.
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