A Busy Day in Busytown by Natalie Shaw

Shaw, Natalie. A Busy Day in Busytown. Simon and Schuster, 2010. $5.99. BOARD BOOK. Huckle Cat and Sally Cat wonder why Busytown is so busy today. They start their investigation by asking people who were in a traffic jam; Mr. Mouse was going to a movie, Hilda hippo was buying plants, Mr. Frumble was on his way to post a letter, Pig Will and Pig Won’t wanted candy, and Banana Gorilla was just going bananas from the traffic. Huckle Cat and Sally Cat come to the conclusion that Busytown is just a busy place. Luckily Lowly Worm invites them to relax at the park. The fun cartoon illustrations are from the TV series Busytown Mysteries, which is created from Richard Scarry’s characters. The text on each page is a little lengthy for the ages of the audience, but the animal illustrations and fruit-like cars are sure to catch their attention. Pre-K – ADVISABLE. Samantha, Public Librarian.