I would have loved this book for my kids when they were little. Wheetle just wants to help, but he does this at the expense of himself. It is a really good book that encourages kids to set boundaries. I listened to the audio which was excellent even without the pictures.

5 stars

A Cute Whimiscal, Hopeful Read…..

Cindy Derby shares. a cute whimsical story offering hope and entertainment. Enjoyed the audiobook with excellent narration, great for the children in your life. . Cover illustration is delightful and so I would expect similar illustrations within. Excellent for any children’s library collection at home, school, or public library. . A perfect gift for the young’ children in your life from toddler through early elementary school. . Check it out!

Thank you very much NetGalley and Macmillan Audio for the Audio Arc in exchange for my honest opinion. Publishing date April 22,2025; consider preordering for a spring holiday gift. Thanks again!

This is a charming story about kindness, the importance of helping others, and the equally important lesson of self-care. Cindy Derby has created another wonderful book that will undoubtedly warm the hearts of children and parents. Bruce Kramer’s narration adds more depth to the story, making it even more engaging. It can be enjoyed on its own or used as a read-along to create a fully immersive experience. Highly recommended for anyone who wants to be helpful while also understanding the importance of setting boundaries.

Wheetle is a helpful wagon who always lends a hand, but when he suffers a damaged wheel, will he be willing to ask for help himself? This charming story explores the importance of helping others, seeking assistance when needed, and recognizing one's own limitations. The audio is crystal clear, accompanied by delightful music, making it an excellent resource for classroom use.

The description compares Wheetle to Wall-E, but I didn't get that sense from listening to the audio. Perhaps if I were reading the physical book and seeing the illustrations, but that's the only comparison I see. It was a cozy book about a helpful wagon who learns to rest at times. It would make a good bedtime story, and the sound effects were comforting, along with the music.

This was a sweet book to listen to with my young son. We both really enjoyed the story and I love the great message for children. The narrator does a great job bringing the characters to life! I also enjoyed the background music. I think young children will really enjoy this engaging audiobook!

This book is about helping out your friends and doing favors for them. Wheetle's back tire stops working and he needs to call out to his friends who help Wheetle get back. Wheetle then decides that he can't always help his friends, but will when he is able too. Great lesson about not always saying yes, but helping when you are able too.

Thank you to NetGalley and Macmillan Audio for the advanced reader copy.

Wheetle, written by Cindy Derby and narrated by Bruce Kramer, is a children's book about a little wagon who loves to help! He knows that he is meant to carry things for others, and takes great pride in doing so. One day he wakes before anyone else, and decides to do an unexpected job, when something happens. Wheetle is stuck in a sticky situation, and doesn't know what to do! He was going to miss out on something he was very excited to do. Wheetle discovers a lot about himself in this book, and about accepting and giving help when needed.
I really appreciated this book. and I think it can be a very helpful book for little ones to hear, helping them to recognize that everyone needs help sometimes! I can not wait to share this book with my favorite little learners. Thank you to NetGalley, and to the author, publisher, and narrator of this book for an ALC in exchange for an honest review.

Wheetle the wagon helps everyone everyday and doesn’t say no when someone needs him. He is crossing days on calendar, looking forward to a special day, but his back wheel feels funny.

Thank you NetGalley and Macmillan Audio for the ARC.

Audio narration is very fun and engaging.

A great story to teach about burnout and self care.

*Wheetle: A Little Wagon With a Big Heart* by Cindy Derby is a heartwarming children’s book about learning to set boundaries. Through the story of Wheetle, a kind little wagon, young readers discover the importance of balancing empathy for others with caring for themselves. The charming illustrations and gentle narrative make this book a wonderful tool for teaching kids about self-care and emotional intelligence.

Thank you to NetGalley for providing an ARC in exchange for an honest review.

Rating: 5 ⭐️

A precious book, perfect for introducing boundaries to young children. It follows a quirky little wagon named Wheetle on his endeavors to help friends tote interesting loads—until one day, he gets hurt and has to call on his friends for help. It teaches a valuable lesson: you can’t pour from an empty cup, so it’s okay to say no sometimes and take care of yourself.

Wonderfully narrated by Bruce Kramer (whom I could listen to all day), the audiobook includes background music and sound effects that bring the story to life. The adorable cover makes me wish I could see the illustrations in the physical copy. Overall, it’s a beautifully executed children’s book that simplifies an abstract topic.

A big thank you to Macmillan Audio for providing this ALC via NetGalley! This is an honest review, and all opinions are my own.

Wheetle is a sweet story about a kind hearted wagon who loves to help others and is helped in return by those he cares for in his community.
The narration by Bruce Krammer is engaging. I enjoyed the different voices for characters. The background music nicely suits the story and helps set the mood that Krammer is setting with the timber of his voice.

The narrator was great. Overall, the book was well written and I did really enjoy it. Thank you for this advance reading copy!

Title: Wheetle: The Little Red Wagon with a Heart
Author: Cindy Darby
Format: 🎧
Narrator: Bruce Kramer
Publisher: Macmillian Audio/Macmillian Young Listeners
Genre: Children’s Fiction
Audiobook Pub Date April 22, 2025
My Rating: 4.4 Stars

As a grandma who loved to read to my grandchildren and when my daughters were little a bedtime story was a must.
This is a quick sweet story about the little red wagon that has a heart and always helps all its neighbors -so when it needs help all the neighbors pitch in.
I want to thank NetGalley and Macmillan Audio /Macmillan Young Listeners for this delightful audiobook. Audiobook Publishing Date scheduled for April 22, 2025.

Wheetle is a wagon who likes to help others, but when one of his wheels is damaged, will he ask for help himself? The brief story is about helping others, asking for help, and realizing that you don't have to help if it is to your own detriment. The audio was very clear and had accompanying music. This would be a great classroom resource.

Thanks to Macmillan Audio and NetGalley for an eARC of this book for an honest review.