Cynthia Rylant has written a series of books that
touch on several important teaching points but at the
same time are gentle and charming.
"Mr. Putter
and Tabby Pour the Tea" revolves around the
elderly Mr. Putter, who is a little bit set in his ways,
reminding me of both my children's Great Grandmothers.
He lives alone and is in need of some company; someone
who will fit in with his lifestyle. Mr. Putter heads
to the pet store, but ends up at the animal shelter in search
of the perfect companion with whom he can share tea and English
Muffins each morning.
The lessons Ms. Rylant incorporates into her charming
stories are ones that most parents strive to teach their
children. How it isn't the "prettiest" or "cutest" pet that
is the most special, but the one that needs us as much
as we need him or her. Also, she helps us to understand
how Grandma or Grandpa may like routines, and their
life might be a bit calmer, but that's a good thing too!
Mr. Putter and Tabby Pour the Tea is wonderful to read
aloud, or for your older children to read to themselves.
The illustrations, by Arthur Howard, are charming also.
As my son said "He must be very talented!".
The rest of the series is delightful too. My children and I love
to find out what Mr. Putter and Tabby will be up to next!
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About the Author
Brenda Hyde is Mom to three children who love reading, a freelance writer
and editor here at Seeds of Knowledge.
Mr. Putter and Tabby Pour the Tea