Review: Werewolf Kid
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 10 22, 2012
Did you ever wish you could be a real life monster? Well, that's exactly what happened the night John "saw a werewolf and...crossed both fingers and wished to become one" in Julia Dweck's book Werewolf Kid.To John's surprise his wish comes true and he is transformed into a werewolf. The neighborhood kids are shocked by John's new appearance.  His mom and dad are sadden at the loss of their human son, but love John anyway, even as he howls at the moon. John, however, turns into a wild animal and the kids no longer want to play. As "John sniffed about the neighborhood and hung his head and frowned. John wished that he was not the only werewolf kid around." Try as they might, Jonn's parents are unable to cheer him up. Will John be happy again?Julia Dweck creates a humorous tale of make-believe in Werewolf Kid. Children will love the trouble John gets into when he becomes a wild beast and the creative illustrations by Kai Klimiont add to the entertainment.Werewolf Kid is filled with witty rhyme and perfect for Halloween or anytime.