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Wolf Camp
Maddie's mother agrees to send her daughter to a new camp - Wolf Camp. But when Maddie returns, she seems, well, changed. She snaps at flies, howls at fire trucks, and chases squirrels - on all fours. She quits eating candy and starts eating meat - only meat. And the dog is now afraid of her when she lifts her lip and shows her teeth.
What child hasn't fantasized about being an animal? And what parent hasn't exclaimed over the transformation in their child when picking him or her up from camp? This book intertwines these two themes in a hilarious story of a very different kind of camping experience.
What child hasn't fantasized about being an animal? And what parent hasn't exclaimed over the transformation in their child when picking him or her up from camp? This book intertwines these two themes in a hilarious story of a very different kind of camping experience.
32 pages, Hardcover
First published April 15, 2009
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June 17, 2009
A fun fantasy picture book that follows in the tradition of David Wiesner and Chris Van Allsburg. One summer, Maddie goes away to Wolf Camp for two weeks. We aren't shown what went on there but when she gets back, there are definite clues. It takes most of the year for her wolfiness to wear off. Then it's off to Bear Camp! Be a great read-aloud.
June 8, 2011
Wolf Camp is the story of a young girl who went to camp one summer. There she learned all about being a wolf. When she came back she exhibited wolfish behavior. Eventually she went back to being herself. Then she went to bear camp...
Wolf Camp was cute but not outstanding. The text was choppy. Young children from 5 to 7 would probably enjoy this book.
Wolf Camp was cute but not outstanding. The text was choppy. Young children from 5 to 7 would probably enjoy this book.
August 23, 2022
Hilarious!
March 18, 2012
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I received an e-copy from NetGalley and Tanglewood for review.
WOLF CAMP is a children picture book about a girl named Maddie. One day Maddie shows her mother a flyer for Wolf Camp. It says: "Put your child in the wilds." And then Maddie is gone for two weeks. The first day she writes home a letter saying that it's weird at the camp. On the second day she writes again to tell her parents that she likes it there. After that her parents don't receive any letters again, so they assume she's having fun at the camp!
When Maddie gets back from the camp, her behaviors have changed noticeably, such as when her dog, the collie, sniffs her, she sniffs back! She also growls and runs after a squirrel and howls. She's not herself anymore!
At first I read this book on my Kindle, and thought it was totally weird. On the Kindle, the pictures are black and white and very small. But when I opened the file on my computer to read, it's different! Two pages on each side are connected and the story suddenly makes more sense and becomes easier to follow. With full-color everything is better too! I didn't like the illustrations when I saw them on the Kindle but now I do. They're quite nice. I especially like the coloring. It looks like watercolor on some pages, but I'm not sure. The colors really makes the pictures stand out and seem real.
I received an e-copy from NetGalley and Tanglewood for review.
WOLF CAMP is a children picture book about a girl named Maddie. One day Maddie shows her mother a flyer for Wolf Camp. It says: "Put your child in the wilds." And then Maddie is gone for two weeks. The first day she writes home a letter saying that it's weird at the camp. On the second day she writes again to tell her parents that she likes it there. After that her parents don't receive any letters again, so they assume she's having fun at the camp!
When Maddie gets back from the camp, her behaviors have changed noticeably, such as when her dog, the collie, sniffs her, she sniffs back! She also growls and runs after a squirrel and howls. She's not herself anymore!
At first I read this book on my Kindle, and thought it was totally weird. On the Kindle, the pictures are black and white and very small. But when I opened the file on my computer to read, it's different! Two pages on each side are connected and the story suddenly makes more sense and becomes easier to follow. With full-color everything is better too! I didn't like the illustrations when I saw them on the Kindle but now I do. They're quite nice. I especially like the coloring. It looks like watercolor on some pages, but I'm not sure. The colors really makes the pictures stand out and seem real.
April 12, 2011
Wolf Camp by Katie McKy is an enjoyable picture book for children in preschool through around age eight. Maddie goes to Wolf Camp and comes home with some canine habits. She starts sniffing, chasing, growing and eating more like a wolf than a girl. Slowly she becomes more like her old self, only to go to Bear Camp the next summer. It is a great analogy for the changes a child can make during a trip to summer camp.
Every child has thought about what it would be like to be an animal. What parent has not thought their child was acting like an animal at some point or noticed a change in their child after they have come home after a trip to camp or staying with friends or family for a week or more? Wolf Camp brings these two ideas together in a charming book with fantastic illustrations by Bonnie Leick. The illustrations add extra tidbits to the story; my favorite is a newspaper cover proclaiming that a pack of wolf like children is on a rampage. There are cute surprises through out the book for children and adults alike. I found that the images possessed a perfect balance of wildness and innocence for the story.
I recommend Wolf Camp to any family with a child going off to summer camp for the first, second or any other number of times. It would also make a great addition to school and library collections. It is clever and entertaining for children and adults alike.
Every child has thought about what it would be like to be an animal. What parent has not thought their child was acting like an animal at some point or noticed a change in their child after they have come home after a trip to camp or staying with friends or family for a week or more? Wolf Camp brings these two ideas together in a charming book with fantastic illustrations by Bonnie Leick. The illustrations add extra tidbits to the story; my favorite is a newspaper cover proclaiming that a pack of wolf like children is on a rampage. There are cute surprises through out the book for children and adults alike. I found that the images possessed a perfect balance of wildness and innocence for the story.
I recommend Wolf Camp to any family with a child going off to summer camp for the first, second or any other number of times. It would also make a great addition to school and library collections. It is clever and entertaining for children and adults alike.
May 31, 2011
5/30/11 ** Day 3 of Summer Break, Book 3 ** Wolf Camp is a whimsical look at the transformation that often occurs while children are away at camp. Maddie shows her mother a flyer for a 2 week summer camp with a wolf theme; she stands crossing her fingers and holding paws with the collie waiting for her parents' verdict. Interestingly, the book doesn't cover the time Maddie is at camp at all, instead picking up again after she returns - with some very interesting habits. I was amused to see Maddie growling at the collie, eating grasshoppers, and playing tug-of-war with her teeth.
Leick's illustrations perfectly complemented the text, while also adding to the story. On several pages, the newspaper held by the father detailed odd sightings of wolf-like children. Another page showed Maddie and the dog dismembering a roasted chicken. My only quibble with the illustrations is that they perpetuate gender stereotypes, including the father sitting at the table reading the paper while the mother cooks. The best illustration is on the two page spread that shows Maddie from the perspective of her feet. The expression on her face perfectly captures her longing for the grasshopper.
This is a great summer read-aloud for the younger child who dreams of going away to camp.
Leick's illustrations perfectly complemented the text, while also adding to the story. On several pages, the newspaper held by the father detailed odd sightings of wolf-like children. Another page showed Maddie and the dog dismembering a roasted chicken. My only quibble with the illustrations is that they perpetuate gender stereotypes, including the father sitting at the table reading the paper while the mother cooks. The best illustration is on the two page spread that shows Maddie from the perspective of her feet. The expression on her face perfectly captures her longing for the grasshopper.
This is a great summer read-aloud for the younger child who dreams of going away to camp.
October 11, 2011
My Review: Maddie goes to Wolf Camp for two weeks and came back home with some unusual habits. Her character changes included sniffing, growling, howling and playing tug-o-war with her dog tugging with her mouth instead of her hands. Wolf Camp is a fun picture book and children will have fun reading all about Maddie and her unusual behavior. During Maddie unusual behavior after returning back from camp is that her parents still loved her unconditional.
After a few months, Maddie went back to normal playing tug-o- war with her hands instead of her mouth and no longer wailed at the fire truck siren. But did her behavior last long? Find out when Maddie decided to go off to Bear Camp.
I love color and the way the illustrations captures both the innocence and wildness of Maddie. I highly recommend this book for parents sending off their children to camp.
FTC Disclosure: I received a review copy of this book from the author in exchange for a fair and honest review. I was not monetarily compensated for my opinion in any way.
After a few months, Maddie went back to normal playing tug-o- war with her hands instead of her mouth and no longer wailed at the fire truck siren. But did her behavior last long? Find out when Maddie decided to go off to Bear Camp.
I love color and the way the illustrations captures both the innocence and wildness of Maddie. I highly recommend this book for parents sending off their children to camp.
FTC Disclosure: I received a review copy of this book from the author in exchange for a fair and honest review. I was not monetarily compensated for my opinion in any way.
June 5, 2011
I absolutely loved this book! The illustrations were brilliant - they seemed old fashioned yet modern. And the details were fantastic- from the longing in Maddie's eyes when she wanted to eat the grasshopper to the bits of leaves and sticks in her hair when she returned home from camp (and the rest of the year). I didn't like that she scared the collie - and the picture of him being afraid was too realistic for me! Poor baby. I did like that he kept one eye open around her after that. The story itself was cute - it reminded me of my own "wild" days of childhood, roaming the outdoors and overactive imagination. I think all kids would like this book, and I can picture them getting in touch with their inner wolves after hearing it, so parents, grandparents, and teachers watch out!
August 16, 2011
This is a delightful little story about a girl who goes away to wolf camp and comes back slightly, well maybe not so slightly, changed. With colourful illustrations and gentle humour, the author slowly reveals the character changes in Maddie. She shows the changes in little ways. For example, Maddie still plays tug-o-war with the dog, but not with her hands anymore. I read this with my Grade 4 class and they loved it. As an extension activity, we created titles for other camps that Maddie could attend. They then had to suggest, in pictures or words, 3 ways that Maddie might change. These ideas were often surprising and very fun to share. This is an entertaining read, and it works well as a read aloud and as a mentor text.
April 19, 2011
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A fun picture book that kids will enjoy, especially when Maddie is acting like a dog. Personally, I look forward to read the part where she eats a bug to the class - they'll love it. It's a fast read, and while I will definitely order it for our school library, I think this is a better one to check out rather than purchase.
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A fun picture book that kids will enjoy, especially when Maddie is acting like a dog. Personally, I look forward to read the part where she eats a bug to the class - they'll love it. It's a fast read, and while I will definitely order it for our school library, I think this is a better one to check out rather than purchase.
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July 1, 2011
Oh this will be fun as a readaloud in September! What a great way to start the "what did you this summer" discussions. Maddie goes to camp and comes home a little different, a little animal like. Her parents don't know what to make of it, even the family dog is a little taken aback by her new behaviors. Colorful illustrations cover the pages adding to the fun of the story.
July 26, 2011
This is an adorable read. Very beautiful illustrastions, and the story is very unique. As a child who didn't imagine they were something else? A princess, a cat, a pirate, etc. Also what child doesn't go away to camp and come back changed. Maybe not in the same way Maggie is (giggles), but they come back with more experiences and friends. This is an adorable book any kid would enjoy.
March 26, 2009
A girl comes back from Wolf Camp with some strange proclivities. Will Bear Camp have the same effect?
The Kindergarten kids seemed to like it okay, especially when she's shown scratching her head with her foot.
The Kindergarten kids seemed to like it okay, especially when she's shown scratching her head with her foot.
April 17, 2011
Maddie goes off to camp, when she returns she acts more like a wolf than a human, eating, sniffing, crawling like an animal. The pictures were well illustrated and the story is one that young children will relate with as their imaginations a free.
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April 3, 2011Fun read and one I would use for my summer reading club! Love the imagination behind it (and am laughing even as I type this). The twist on the end invites kids to imagine other types of camps the MC could go to. What a great activity to use for the classroom or a writing workshop! AaaaOOOOO!
May 2, 2011
Maddie goes to wolf camp, and when she comes home, she acts like a wolf.
Sniffing, eating meat and bacon only, and scratching her head with her foot.
I really like the illustration. a very fun book to read by children. I love it
Sniffing, eating meat and bacon only, and scratching her head with her foot.
I really like the illustration. a very fun book to read by children. I love it
May 20, 2011
A fun, short story that a lot of children who goes to Summer Camp will enjoy.
Maddie’s behaviour is fun to read about. I think a lot of young children will laugh at her behaviour. It’s also been nicely illustrated, nothing too fancy.
Maddie’s behaviour is fun to read about. I think a lot of young children will laugh at her behaviour. It’s also been nicely illustrated, nothing too fancy.
November 3, 2011
I really liked this book, the illustrations were very good and the storyline was entertaining! The books basically about a girl who returns from 'wolf camp' with some strange habits... Children will find this storybook hilarious,and easy to read.
4/5 stars
4/5 stars
May 18, 2012
I love this story of Maddie and how she goes off to Wolf Camp and comes back home with some strange habits! This author and illustrator, both from Wisconsin, have visited our school and I think they are a great combination!
July 7, 2013
3.5
Fun book with a story of a girl who goes to a wolf camp and comes back after her trip acting wolfy. It's a cool book for little girls.
It's not quite a great book, but it's good. There was a fair amount of humor interwoven, and it had a neat end.
Recommended.
Fun book with a story of a girl who goes to a wolf camp and comes back after her trip acting wolfy. It's a cool book for little girls.
It's not quite a great book, but it's good. There was a fair amount of humor interwoven, and it had a neat end.
Recommended.
March 26, 2010
Maddie goes to wolf camp. When she comes home, she has some disturbing habits. Then she comes home with a brochure for bear camp...
July 8, 2010
Strange.
April 8, 2015
This was so funny. The book was a little wordy so not for a beginning reader. However, the story is entertaining and hilarious.
July 6, 2015
For the wild in your child. Maddie thinks camp is weird at first, but then she really likes it and comes home with a few unusual side effects. Fun text and pictures.
May 3, 2017
Um...a girl goes to wolf camp and comes back acting like one. The next summer her parents send her to bear camp? Strange.
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