I sweet children's book that I read to my granddaughter and she loved it . Well written. I loved this book and the illustration.. a great storyline with a great message.

What a lovely title, with naughty foxes and even naughtier rabbits. The art is distinctive, bright and clear. The text is funny, and the forest is well realised with good humour.

I really enjoyed reading this one . I read it with my toddler and we both had a laugh reading it.
I liked the fact the foxes and the rabbits were all different sizes and shapes.
The illustration is lovely too.

I voluntarily read and reviewed an Arc of this book, All thoughts and opinions are my own.

This is a story of 3 foxes hunting in the forest for delicious rabbits. But during their hunt they find more trouble than they bargained for and learn that they may not be at the top of the food chain after all. We really enjoyed the quirky illustrations. The story was funny and quick paced, holding my 3 year old's attention to the end. The resolution is unexpected and had us laughing. The only thing I wasn't a fan of was the namecalling. The last thing I need is my kiddo picking up "numbskull" and "stupid" as insults for his peers and I think many parents would feel the same. It was a fun, one time read, but not a message I hope sticks with my little guy.

Thank you to Netgalley for giving me the opportunity to read and review this title.

Aborable! Wasn't quite sure how the rabbit hunt was going to end but endi with a fox hunt! Hilarious! Kids got a kick out of it as well! Can't get over how cute this book is lol

It was interesting to discover Rob Hodgson's style with this story. I like stories of animals in the nature and therefore, I was really interested in following the three foxes. I must say I did not really liked the end twist, I may have been waiting for more of the story or something different. Yet, the illustrations are great!

I live a cute book where the pictures tell more of the story, and I’m a sucker for twists! This story has both of those things!

This book is an adorable story about foxes looking for rabbits. As soon as I finished reading it to my kids they immediately asked me to read it again! They loved the illustrations and thought parts of it were very funny - definitely 5/5!

Three foxes are on a hunt for tasty rabbits. They search high and low throughout the woods. Will the foxes find the rabbits? Hmmm….maybe something will find the foxes! The bright illustrations coupled with delightful, fun language will charm all ages. I can’t wait to read this to my grandchildren!

This was a fun story about 3 very different foxes on the hunt for dinner...rabbits. As they hunt through the woods, it becomes clear to the reader that they are being watched by something from the shadows. Will they catch rabbits before something else catches them?

As with The Cave, I enjoyed this book and there were many opportunities to teach prediction to a class of young readers. The simple pictures encourage children to look carefully and take notice of what they can see by hunting for the little worm who features on each page.
This book would be great for teaching about adjectives, with simple accurate descriptions of setting and character, which are then portrayed in the illustrations.

I will definitely consider using this book with a class of young readers as I’m sure they’ll love the story. There is also some interesting vocabulary that could be introduced to them in the context of the story.

Many thanks to the publishers and NetGalley for allowing me access to an eARC of this book in exchange for an honest review.

This book is a fun romp through the forest with three foxes that think they are extremely clever. The foxes are certain they will capture rabbits in the forest, but other than this certainty, they don't have much going for them. They are sort of the three stooges of foxes. We really enjoyed the illustrations of the foxes as they go along on their quest and go through many mishaps. The book has a cute twist at the end that will leave you satisfied.

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The Story:
Three rather silly foxes are on the hunt for rabbits in the woods. They search high and low, through carrot fields and pumpkin patches, but the rabbits keep outsmarting them. Will they ever find any rabbits? And is something hunting them?

Favourite Spread:
Rob’s illustration style from The Cave shines through again as he masterfully weaves a common focal point through the story: the “monster” that is following the foxes and which ultimately leads to yet another killer twist ending. My favourite spread is definitely the “twist” spread. But each spread will keep children engaged as they’ll love spotting the rabbits in the background who are constantly outfoxing the foxes.

I also loved how the three foxes were all different and unique. Rob uses this to great effect throughout the story and it adds impact to the ending. The foxes argue amongst themselves as they hunt which makes for some laugh out loud moments but also involves more grown-up language than was found in the cave (such as “numbskulls”).

The Verdict:
Rob Hodgson is proving to be a master of picture book “killer twist endings”. This time it is done through his clever use of illustrations. The language feels a bit more grown up than in The Cave but is still packed with humour. And look out for another doughnut reference!

I received an electronic ARC from Quarto Publishing Group through NetGalley.
Clever humor in the writing and illustrations. Three foxes are hunting for rabbits. They search everywhere but can't find them. Readers will enjoy finding the rabbits on each page. Eventually, they discover the rabbits have been luring them to capture them.
The expressions on character faces bring the story to life.
Simple wording allows younger readers to read this on their own and also enjoy it as a read aloud.

A cute story about three not-so-sly foxes that are on the hunt for rabbits. Lucky for them someone has left signs pointing them straight towards the rabbits. Great illustrations with a comical pink worm to find on every page (yes, EVERY page. As a parent I'm familiar with the trauma of not being able to find the hidden object on every page so I appreciated this. A lot). My only hesitation is that there is some name-calling with words like "stupid" and "numbskull:" but if that doesn't bother you this story is for you. Great for ages 3-7.

Cute and silly picture book about three foxes who are on the hunt for delicious rabbits to eat. But they can't seem to find any in the woods! (But I bet the reader will spot them!) Fun ending that that kids will enjoy along with the illustrations throughout.

Three foxes of various builds (tall, round and short with almost beak-like mouths) are out to find yummy, tasty, rabbits. Though they are having trouble locating any, conveniently there are signs posted throughout the woods directing the way to rabbits. Children will love to point out that there are indications in the illustrations of rabbits watching the foxes. You see, the foxes have been under surveillance in their quest for rabbits.

They follow the signs over tall trees, under the carrot fields, and through the pumpkin patch, but they find no rabbits.

So do the rabbits have a plan of their own, or will the foxes find their way to a tasty meal?

My Thoughts

What Concerned Me: One, I wasn’t a real fan of the illustrations. But more importantly, the last of the book just didn’t work for me. The humor didn’t feel child-like and the use of the word stupid in the last sentence certainly didn’t feel right.

What I Liked Most: I did think the cover was cute. And due to the rabbits hiding in the illustrations, I believe the first part of the book will certainly appeal to children.

All in all, there still are very fun things about the story.

Thank you NetGalley and Lincoln Books for the advanced copy.

I liked the illustrations, especially the little pink worm on each page. But after reading the book three times, I don’t really get it.
In the end the rabbits refer to the foxes as being stupid. I guess they kind of are because the reader has no problem finding the rabbits on every page as the foxes hunt the rabbits for food.
Children will like outwitting the foxes by seeing the rabbits when they cannot.
Thank you Netgally and Lincoln Children’s books for allowing me to read and review this book.

What do three foxes do when they are on the hunt for rabbits? They search all through the woods, of course. Over the tallest trees, under the carrot fields, and through the pumpkin patch... but no rabbits. Will Tall Fox, Round Fox, and Tiny Fox give up? Never!! But when they finally come across a group of rabbits, what happens will blow your mind!! Don't miss this hilarious new 2019 book!!

This is such a cute book! The illustrations are precious and these foxes will make you laugh out loud. This will make a fantastic read aloud.

This is a silly book. And like all silly books, if you stop to ask what the heck is goin on, then you won't like it.

The three foxes are looking for rabbits. And like The Cave, which is also by the same author, there is a twist at the end.

The illustrations are fun to look at, and children will probably love reading about the funny looking foxes.

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But the ending is odd, and kind of doesn't make sense.

But as I said, you can't stop and think about silly books deeper meaning, or you won't end up liking it.

Thanks to Netgalley for making this book available for an honest review.

The Woods is a charming and a bit funny picture book with some amazing artwork. It was fun to read about the mischief of the foxes.