Saturday, June 21, 2014

Matilda's Cat by Emily Gravett -- ADVISABLE

Gravett, Emily Matilda's Cat. PICTURE BOOK. Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers, 2012. $16.99. Content: G.

Matilda's cat isn't into the things Matilda likes, such as playing with wool, jumping into boxes, or riding bikes. There is one thing the cat likes, though: Matilda.

I love the quirky illustrations, which depict cat behavior so well, and the constantly-revised lists make this one a lot of fun to read aloud. The sweet, loving ending is perfect for a pre-bed reading, although it would work well at any time. Because the format is so different, it might be difficult for younger children to catch on to the story, but a little help from adults should clarify things nicely.

Pre-K, EL (K-3) -- ADVISABLE. Reviewer: Caryn

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