Borreguita and the Coyote, paperback
written by Verna Aardema, illustrated by Petra Mathers
published by Dragonfly Books, 1998
What's a little lamb to do about a fierce coyote that wants to eat her? Why, trick him, of course...and and trick him again...and trick him one more time! Here's a lively retelling of a Mexican folk tale with terrific illustrations.