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Mr. Putter and his fine cat, Tabby, love reading their favorite books over and over. So when Mr. Putter sees a sign at the library that says "Read Aloud with Your Pet at Story Time," he signs up! But then Mr. Putter's friend and neighbor, Mrs. Teaberry, wants to join. If Mrs. Teaberry brings her good dog, Zeke, to the library, who knows what will happen? With Zeke up to his usual tricks, story time might get too exciting! This volume in the beloved Mr. Putter and Tabby series was named a Geisel Honor Book by the American Library Association.
About the author
Cynthia Rylant is a Newbery Medalist and the author of many acclaimed books for young people. She’s well known for her popular characters for early readers, including Mr. Putter & Tabby and Henry & Mudge. She lives in the Pacific Northwest. cynthiarylant.com
Arthur Howard created the lively illustrations for all the Mr. Putter & Tabby books and has written and illustrated several picture books of his own. He lives in New York City.
Summary
Mr. Putter and his fine cat, Tabby, love reading their favorite books over and over. So when Mr. Putter sees a sign at the library that says “Read Aloud with Your Pet at Story Time,” he signs up! But then Mr. Putter's friend and neighbor, Mrs. Teaberry, wants to join. If Mrs. Teaberry brings her good dog, Zeke, to the library, who knows what will happen? With Zeke up to his usual tricks, story time might get too exciting! This volume in the beloved Mr. Putter and Tabby series was named a Geisel Honor Book by the American Library Association.
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A Theodor Seuss Geisel Honor Book "A sweet and nicely different take on the pleasure of reading." —Kirkus "A perfect selection for storytime or anytime sharing." —School Library Journal "In the 20 years since the Mr. Putter & Tabby series began, its signature combination of storytelling, wit, and humanity have made it a staple of the beginning reader section." —Booklist
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Awards for Mr. Putter & Tabby Series: ALA's Top Ten Easy Readers 2004 Bank Street Best Children's Books of the Year 2001, 2002, 2004, 2005 ABC Children's Booksellers Choices Award Winner 1995, 1996 Capitol Choices 2006 Maryland Blue Crab Young Reader Award 2005 "Another winner from Rylant." -- School Library Journal "Winsome and warmhearted, these books could become instant favorites." -- Publishers Weekly
"Rylant has chosen every word impeccably and Howard has drawn Tabby to a T, tingling whiskers, wayward paw, and all. Readers young and old will laugh themselves silly."- Kirkus Other Awards for Cynthia Rylant:
Newbery Medal for MISSING MAY Theodor Seuss Geisel Medal for HENRY AND MUDGE AND THE GREAT GRANDPAS Awards for Arthur Howard: WHEN I WAS FIVE IRA-CBC Children's Choice ABA's Pick of the Lists Crayola Kids Best Book of the Year
