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School Library Journal
Reviewed on January 1, 2015 | Preschool to Grade 4
Gr 1–3—Originally published in Sweden, this folktale-like adventure of forgetful farmer Pettson and his cat, Findus, is a flashback to their first meeting and early days together. Pettson's neighbor notices his loneliness and suggests that he needs a wife. Pettson disagrees saying, "A whole woman—that would be too much." The neighbor then suggests a cat for company instead. Days later she reappears with a cardboard box labeled "Findus Green Peas" and a tiny kitten...Log In or Sign Up to Read More
Horn Book Guide
Reviewed on January 1, 2014
Pettson, a lonely old farmer, meets cat Findus, who becomes his pet and best friend. Once Nordqvist establishes their relationshi...Log In or Sign Up to Read More