WHAT'S THE TIME, MR. WOLF?
​Author: Debi Gliori 
​Illustrator: Debi Gliori 

Number of pages: 32
Publisher: Bloomsbury Childrens (UK)
First published in: 2013
Format: Picturebook

Is the mathematical focus explicit in the story? Yes
Is this story part of a mathematics story series? No

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Synopsis by the author/publisher
​Accompany Mr Wolf as he goes about his daily routine from breakfast to bedtime - and get to know the real Mr Wolf! Little ones will enjoy recognising familiar faces from a plethora of nursery rhymes, including Little Red Riding Hood (masquerading as the post girl), three cheeky little pigs (who make prank calls), a cat who's a dab hand at the fiddle, plus four and twenty blackbirds . . .An enchantingly original story inspired by the well-known playground tag game, this is also perfect for practising telling the time. The stunning artwork reveals something new with every reading and the many fabulous details will keep you turning the pages again and again.

“It is nine o'clock in the morning. Here comes the post girl in her little red hood. About time too, think Mr. Wolf, running to the door. But there is nothing for Mr. Wolf - not so much as a card! Poor Mr. Wolf”

Recommended age range: 
5 years old + 

Relevant mathematics topics: 
Time telling & Days of the week​​
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​Possible teaching activities:
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