(3) 4-6 Illustrated by Leo Dillon & Diane Dillon. Norman has collected five bird tales from five living storytellers, but contrary to good modern folklore practice, he has apparently retold all the stories himself. The illustrations lack a range of feeling but are boldly designed and patterned and strive for compositional and stylistic variety. Whatever the book's shortcomings, the content of the stories--a varied and interesting bunch--is absorbing.

Reviewer: Barbara Barstow | Horn Book Magazine Issue: November, 2004

(2) 4-6 Illustrated by Tom Pohrt. The seven Algonquian trickster stories in this collection, printed in large type with generous leading, are funny and are related in a lively, understated manner, perfect for storytelling. The illustrations accurately capture the northern pine forest setting from which the stories spring. Along with the introduction, "story notes" at the end of the book offer detailed documentation.

Reviewer: Nancy Vasilakis | Horn Book Magazine Issue: November, 1999