Puffy and the Formidable Foe is a simple to read book based on the age-old tale of a youngster who goes out to play, and then leaves home. It also promises loads of fun and enjoyment for everyone in the family. After reading Puffy and the Formidable Foe, children quickly sense the dangers in roaming by themselves and meeting up with a stranger. Puffy and the Formidable Foe definitely can find a place in every readers heart.