Bookverdict.com

PreS-Gr 3 In this story in poems, readers are introduced to Toots -a calico -who saunters inside a house, claims the best chair as her own, and decides that she is home. Through selections about her ears, nose, tail, and character, readers get to know this cat who loves naps and moonlight strolls. There is a relaxed chronology; Toots -adopts - her family, observes her summertime schedule, makes paw prints in the snow and, finally, rests in a pool of sunlight in a favorite chair. There are moments of tranquillity ( -When our cat is at rest/ou...Log In or Sign Up to Read More

Some cats seem to be endowed with extra personality, and Toots is among them, as Kuskin proves in a series of poems. Toots, with her calico coloring and her plumy tail, shows up one day and makes room for herself in a home with three other cats. Using rhythm and a minimum of words, ...Log In or Sign Up to Read More