Nadine is a cow who claims to not be afraid of anything. The other cows ask her to prove it. So with a big glup she and the other cows venture into the woods. At first she is scared. Then she realizes that the woods aren’t all that scary. She and the other cows have fun exploring. But when the other cows head home for the night and Nadine decides to explore just one more place (a dark cave) she gets nervous. And now it is dark and she is in the woods all alone. With loads of energy for getting back safe and sound Nadine takes off. And finds her lost cow friends in the process. No other animals suspect that Nadine was ever scared…but they might when the cow friends start up their next scheme–tours of the woods at night, guided by Nadine.This is a fun book. I like how Nadine shows similar emotions to many kids I know (the whole I’m not scared…but really they are once they stop and think about it emotions). Plus there are fun elements to the illustrations. (I love seeing Nadine and her other cow friends climbing trees or having the “hay” cake sit on a crate with “books” labeled on the side. Just fun details that make me like the book all the more.) The fact that Nadine really was scared and the others didn’t really suspect might go over some kids’ heads. But those that get it will think it funny that this clever bovine was able to fool all the rest of the farm. A Night in the Woods.Filled to the top with wonderful paintings and humorous situations Jill Esbaum tells us about boastful cow, Nadine, and how a little bit of knowledge can get you in a whole lot of trouble. Young readers , and old ones too, should get a kick out of this fast moving tale. Gus Gordon's art work is marvelous and sometimes needs a second look just to spot the many hidden elements. Our whole family had fun with this one. The look on Nadine's face as she's being hustled into the woods tells it all. Watch for the dog taking pictures and Nadine's tail tickling her rump remind us all of the lion in Wizard of Oz ( someone pulled my tail! ). Are there lessons to be learned from Nadine's adventures? Yes, but it's also OK just to have fun when reading a book. So for a good time reading with your kids, or students, give this book a try. It's worth it!Last Ranger
What do You think about I Am Cow, Hear Me Moo! (2014)?
Charming illustrations but the rhymes are sometimes a little awkward.
—sabix
Bovine's self-professed fearlessness is put to the test.
—Axisofashes
