Beaver Buck hates his one big front tooth and worries it's keeping him from uncovering his talent for the town talent show. His unsuccessful attempts at pulling it leave him feeling defeated, but Buck grows to appreciate the tooth when it ends up being the key to his talent. The ending is predictable, but many visual jokes add value to this transitional reader.

K-Gr 2 Meet Buck, a beaver whose giant, single tooth often gets in the way. The story unfolds in simple chapters as readers discover how his "tooth ruined everything!" Buck must find a way to search for something that will showcase his talent for the upcoming show, even as one disaster unfolds after another. Buck's friends try to help him devise a plan for getting rid of his tooth, but in the end he learns that sometimes our flaws can unlock hidden talents. The use of picture boxes and full page spreads provide a balanced composition that conveys the story well, though it is a bit busy at times. VERDICT The comical story will appeal to reluctant readers and those searching for what makes them shine. Melissa Smith, Royal Oak Public Library, MI