Brave Charlotte and the Wolves

By: Anu Stohner
Illustrated by: Henrike Wilson

Brave Charlotte and the Wolves is a sequel to the NY Times Best Illustrated Book, Brave Charlotte. Charlotte, a brave sheep has a mind of her own and sets out to find out where the howling is coming from in the forest, despite warning from her flock. Charlotte is not phased by those to love to tease her, she continues to do what she knows to be right and her brave spirit inspires the rest of the flock of sheep. This book expresses how important it can be to not always be just one of the herd. There is something to be said for individualism. I found growing up that it can be hard (especially in middle school) to express yourself without feeling ridicule from others. This book does a great job of emphasizing how great it is to be who you are, even if you don't fit in.

Ages: Kingergarden - 3rd grade