“Our Cat Cuddles” by Gervase Phinn, illustrated by Amanda Montgomery-Hugham. 2002. Child’s Play ( International) Ltd. Picture Book. Ages 4-7.
Lizzie and her famiy visit an animal shelter in search of the perfect family cat. They are
greeted by a dizzying array of cats of all colours, sizes, shapes and temperaments. Eventually, Lizzie does find the cat of her dreams- a forlorn little kitten crouched in a corner all alone. The kitten pales in comparison to the other more exciting felines. Yet, there is more than meets the eye where the little kitten is concerned. Cared for and doted on in Lizzie’s home, the kitten turns out to be more than the ordinary family pet after all.
The artwork is fantastic and captures the nuances of cat movements and temperaments! Written in scintillating verse, this is one rollicking read for long afternoons. One of the best stories written in rhyme that I’ve seen thus far.
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