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School Library Journal
Reviewed on December 1, 2014 | Preschool to Grade 4
K-Gr 2—In this charming sequel, a new puppy threatens the titular feline's idyllic existence in an enjoyable spin on the "adjusting to new baby" theme. As in Won Ton: A Cat Tale Told in Haiku (Holt, 2010), Wardlaw relates his tale through a series of senryu, short unrhymed lines of haiku containing a maximum of 17 syllables. This ancient form of Japanese poetry seeks to capture the essence of a moment, and Wardlaw uses it to humorous effect to capture Won Ton's horrified reaction to the new puppy, Chopstick. W...Log In or Sign Up to Read More
Horn Book Magazine
Reviewed on March 1, 2015
In this sequel to Won Ton: A Cat Tale Told in Haiku (rev. 3/11), the cautious kitty has another reason to be worried: an adorable new puppy. Won Ton is not happy when he catches his first glimpse: "Ears perk. Fur prickles. / Belly low, I creep…peek…FREEZE! / My eyes full of Doom." He scoffs at the ideas the people suggest for names, a...Log In or Sign Up to Read More
Horn Book Guide
Reviewed on January 1, 2015
Kitty Won Ton (Won Ton: A Cat Tale Told in Haiku) is not happy about the new puppy. Yelchin's graphite and gouache illust...Log In or Sign Up to Read More
