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Mr. Putter & Tabby Stir the Soup (Mr. Putter & Tabby)

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Mr. Putter and Tabby's Best
Another winner from Mr. Putter and Tabby

Mr. Putter & Tabby Stir the Soup (Mr. Putter & Tabby)
Cynthia Rylant
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ASIN: 0152050582

Book Description

Mr. Putter and Tabby's plans to cook a pot of homemade soup goes to the dogs--thanks to Mrs. Teaberry's pet, Zeke.

Customer Reviews:

Mr. Putter and Tabby's Best.......2006-10-20

I have several of Rylant's book in my school library, and this is by far the favorite of the kids. The story is simple enough for the little ones to understand, yet wild enough for the older ones to just laugh out loud.

I can not recommend this entire series enough--they are just too funny and the illustrations just really add so much. They are really and truly great books.

Another winner from Mr. Putter and Tabby.......2004-01-04

Cynthia Rylant and Arthur Howard have created a winning combination in the Mr. Putter and his cat Tabby along with their quirky neighbors, Ms. Teaberry and her good dog Zeke. This latest offering in the series is laugh out loud funny. Mr. Putter and Tabby try to make soup while they are continually pestered by Zeke in his desire for a little attention. Yes, it is a simple story but it's timing is great and the illustrations as always are great. My four year old daughter loves this book and it leaves her in tears of laughter.

This is about the 6th book we bought in the series and they have all been great. It is nice to see stories that involve older people and have such winning story lines. I cannot recommend these books strongly enough. With the holiday season still in mind, check out Mr Putter and Tabby Bake the Cake - A great Christmas book

Mr. Putter & Tabby Bake the Cake (Mr. Putter & Tabby)

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Very Entertaining
Great, Humorous Book For Children
Funny and sweet
A Wonderful Christmas Story - Mr. Putter and Tabby Style!
A nice change-of-pace Christmas story

Mr. Putter & Tabby Bake the Cake (Mr. Putter & Tabby)
Cynthia Rylant
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ASIN: 0152002146

Book Description

Mr. Putter and his beloved cat bake a light and airy Christmas cake for their neighbor Mrs. Teaberry. “Howard’s relaxed, mixed-media pictures catch the nuances of the cozy, affectionate relationship between an old man and a cat with all the right moves.”--Booklist

Customer Reviews:

Very Entertaining.......2003-09-28

My son has ALL the Mr.Putter and Tabby books (which I highly recommend!), but this one is his favorite. These books are so sweet and funny and the illustrations are just tremendous!!

Great, Humorous Book For Children.......2003-01-06

This was the very first Cynthia Rylant book I purchased for my 7 year old daughter and after reading it together several times, I bought all of the other Mr. Putter and Tabby books. It is easy to read, and very, very funny. The illustrations are great, very entertaining and whimsical. Thoroughly enjoyable!!!

Funny and sweet.......2002-11-28

This is another winner from the "Mr. Putter and Tabby" series. Old Mr. Putter and his old cat like to sit and watch the snow, but they must act soon if they want to think of something to give their nice neighbor, Mrs. Teaberry, for Christmas. Knowing her unlikely fondness for fruitcake, the intrepid pair decide to bake her one that wouldn't "break her toe if she dropped it." After much ado, they finally succeed in their effort, and fall asleep on Christmas morning in Mrs. Teaberry's house, having just delivered the cake. In the end, Mr. Putter goes home with "a very nice toaster that sang 'America the Beautiful' when the bread popped up." This gentle, subtle humor runs throughout the book and goes well with the colorful, expressive illustrations. Mr. Putter's persistence in trying to bake a cake is admirable. Furthermore, like many good Christmas books, this one shows the importance of giving. A fine book for kids who are just beginning to read.

A Wonderful Christmas Story - Mr. Putter and Tabby Style!.......2002-07-29

The Mr. Putter and Tabby series are the sort of books that I would have loved to have when I was a beginning reader. I know that I would have read them over and over again to no end, even once they began to fall apart from constant use. That's why I am so glad that Mr. Putter and Tabby are around now while my youngest brother is learning to read. The non-repetitious (words are repeated, but not enough to become explicit), non-rhyming storytelling contained within the books makes them a pleasure to read continually, unlike many other easy-reader books. And in my opinion, the Mr. Putter and Tabby books are a step in front of Ms. Rylant's Henry and Mudge collection, due to the fact that, in their own way, they create an appreciation for the elderly as the reader comes to love Mr. Putter, the aging main character whose only companion is his cat, Tabby.

In Mr. Putter and Tabby Bake the Cake, Christmas is soon approaching, and Mr. Putter must decide what to give Mrs. Teaberry, his fruit-cake-loving next-door neighbor. Mr. Putter does not understand how anyone could enjoy a fruit cake, and so he sets out to make Mrs. Teaberry a "light and airy" cake for Christmas, one that "could not break her toe if she dropped it." Young readers will follow along with Mr. Putter and his good cat Tabby as they try to make Mrs. Teaberry's cake, from start to finish. Mishap prevails, leaving you to wonder if they will ever get through in time. It all adds up to a cheery Christmas story about giving and the saying, "It's the thought that counts!"

Mr. Howard's cartoon-style illustrations greatly enhance this wonderful story, which is written in such a format to be used as either a 3-chapter book for the beginning reader, or a bedtime story that is longer in length. Either way, the Mr. Putter and Tabby books would be a great find for emerging readers' shelves. Like having a kindly old grandpa next door, they only make life richer!

A nice change-of-pace Christmas story.......2000-01-10

A delightful Christmas story that emphasizes giving of oneself and pokes a little fun at commercialism. Mr. Putter is as "light and airy" (or light and HAIRY as my five-year-old points out in chapter 4) as ever. Mr. Putter teaches us that we are never too old to learn!

Mr. Putter & Tabby Paint the Porch (Mr. Putter & Tabby)

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We love Mr. Putter and Tabby!
A treat for all of us.
Mr.Putter and Tabby Paint the Porch
We love Mr. Putter and Tabby!
A laugh-out-loud book ...

Mr. Putter & Tabby Paint the Porch (Mr. Putter & Tabby)
Cynthia Rylant
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ASIN: 0152024743

Book Description

Mr. Putter wants to paint his porch. He has a bucket of pink paint, a big brush, and some rags. And he has Tabby to keep him company. Everything is perfect, until a squirrel scampers onto the porch and catches Tabby’s eye. . . .

Customer Reviews:

We love Mr. Putter and Tabby!.......2006-11-03

Everyone should read this simple, fun book! We bought this for our daughter's 7th birthday because she checked it out of the library so many times over the last few years. We like all of the Mr. Putter and Tabby books, but this one is her favorite. It is well-written, humorous, and perfectly illustrated. There are funny surprises in this story, and it makes us laugh every time we read it. What a great book! We highly recommend Mr. Putter and Tabby Paint the Porch!

A treat for all of us........2006-08-18

You really cannot go wrong with Mr. Putter and Tabby. My 3 year old and 5 year old boys adore this book, we read it again and again and each time the picture of Tabby all pink makes the boys howl and me giggle... what more can you want from a book than that.

Mr.Putter and Tabby Paint the Porch.......2002-05-29

My three year old daughter Serena loves this book, we've read it and our two other Mr.Putter and Tabby books every night since we got it. she always laughs at mTabby's pink whiskers. This series of books is fun to learn to read from and a frolic for everyone.

We love Mr. Putter and Tabby!.......2001-08-17

My children, ages three and five, adore Mr. Puuter and Tabby, and I believe this is Ms. Rylant's funniest rendition of their adventures so far. When the box arrived, I read the book alone because I couldn't stand to wait. Ms. Rylant uses a nice collection of short and medium-length words for beginning readers, and the story rollicks along. Mr. Howard's illustrations capture the subjects' expressions beautifully. We checked these books out of the library so often that we finally ordered some to keep.

A laugh-out-loud book ..........2001-07-10

My children and I have been enjoying Mr. Putter and Tabby books ever since we accidentally ran across them at the library.

This charming story is truly brought to life through the illustrations. Ms. Rylant does a beautiful job of crafting her characters with words, but Arthur Howard gives them the final touch with his lively illustrations. The facial expressions on the characters often send us into giggles even before we've read the story! We have come to love Mr. Putter and his fine cat Tabby as well as their next-door neighbors, Mrs. Teaberry and her good dog Zeke.

I love these stories because the humor touches the heart and funnybone of both children and adults. We have shared some wonderful moments through these books. I feel they also give an opportunity for children to peek into the lives of the elderly and understand that their thoughts and feelings are not all that different. Mr. Putter is truly just a little boy in grown up clothing.

I highly recommend all of the Mr. Putter and Tabby books, but I'd have to say this is our favorite.

Mr. Putter & Tabby Feed the Fish (Mr. Putter & Tabby)

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our favorite mr putter and tabby
Read-aloud for library
Endearing! Enchanting! I wish I had these when I was a kid!
A must-read for cat lovers!
5 Stars for Mr. Putter & Tabby Feed the Fish

Mr. Putter & Tabby Feed the Fish (Mr. Putter & Tabby)
Cynthia Rylant
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Mr. Putter and his fine yellow cat, Tabby, both getting on in years, love going to the tropical fish store. Mr. Putter owned goldfish as a boy, and Tabby loves watching the fish because it makes "her whiskers tingle and her tail twitch." When the pair decides to bring home three fish one day, neither one of them is aware that, well, how shall we put it delicately... Tabby has a "fish problem." Each evening Tabby wants to go to bed, she needs to go to bed, but she can't drag herself away from the fishbowl. Day and night she finds herself batting the bowl, twitchy and dazed, in spite of Mr. Putter's gentle admonitions. After failed attempts to cover the bowl with a pillowcase and a bucket, Mr. Putter finally decides to find a new home for his goldfish and finds a willing beneficiary in his neighbor Mrs. Teaberry and her good dog, Zeke. Will Zeke turn out to have a fish problem too, or is this happily ever after for the goldfish?

Cynthia Rylant and Arthur Howard's series about the lovable Mr. Putter and his skittish cat, Tabby, is a terrific boon for early readers. Howard's detail-rich illustrations of these utterly charming characters perfectly complement Rylant's humorous, entertaining, and very readable stories. Kids will love reading these beginning chapter books, which include Mr. Putter & Tabby Pour the Tea and Mr. Putter & Tabby Toot the Horn. (Ages 4 to 8) --Emilie Coulter

Book Description

Mr. Putter and Tabby love going to the fish store. Mr. Putter loves it because he has always liked fish. Tabby loves it because fish make her whiskers tingle and her tail twitch. So, one day Mr. Putter and Tabby decide to bring three fish home. And that's when they discover Tabby has a fish problem. . . .

Customer Reviews:

our favorite mr putter and tabby.......2007-03-21

I have three sons aged 1, 4 and 6. All of them love the Putter books and this one especially- I think they see similarities between our cat and tabby. Contrary to other reviews, I did not have to explain the 'bat,bat,bat' thing to them- they got it right away- at least the 4 and 6 year old did. Also, they love how Zeke becomes relaxed, sooo relaxed looking at the fish. I'd recommend this series to anyone with preschool- early readers- and to parents who might get tired of reading some of the 'stories' out there without any substance for this age group.

Read-aloud for library.......2006-07-23

I used the book for my read-aloud story time at the public library. The children, ages 4 through 9, enjoyed the story and the illustrations. It would be an easy book for a reader at about a 1st grade level. The "bat, bat, bat" that the cat did on the fish bowl needed to be explained to the youngest listeners.

Endearing! Enchanting! I wish I had these when I was a kid!.......2004-08-14

For last Christmas, I gave my 2 (nearly 3) year old daughter all the Mr. Putter and Tabby books available -- and I eagerly await the newest release: "Write the Book," (because I enjoy them so much myself!) My daughter had all of the books memorized by Spring. The three that make her laugh the most are "Pick the Pears," "Paint the Porch," and, of course, "Feed the Fish." While reading "Feed the Fish," she laughs as soon as we turn to the page were Tabby's pupils are shaped like goldfish silhouettes. Yesterday, I heard her reciting the part where Mr. Putter had to put a pillowcase over the fish bowl so Tabby would finally follow him to bed, although we have not read this particular book for a couple of weeks.

What I love best about the Mr. Putter and Tabby books is that they are about elderly people and their elderly pets in real world situations -- with a twist of humor, of course. (This is in contrast to the many other wonderful books about children, animals, and fantasy.) I believe this series helps a child to realize that in the real world elderly people are very interesting, even when they are restricted by "cranky legs."

A must-read for cat lovers!.......2002-10-09

It's true, my six-year-old loves this book. The truly great thing about it, though, is that it is thoroughly entertaining for the adults reading along with her. Everyone who has ever loved a cat, regardless of their age, should read this book. It's priceless.

5 Stars for Mr. Putter & Tabby Feed the Fish.......2001-10-10

My daughter is a beginning reader and loves all of the Mr. Putter and Tabby books, but this one is--by far--her favorite. It is endearing, tender, and funny, too. She reads it over and over, often laughing so hard at the events and characters' expressions, that she can't even read for a moment or two. All of these Rylant series books--and this one in particular--have really been a boost to her enjoyment of reading. I'm sure they would be for any 6-8 year old.

Mr. Putter & Tabby Make a Wish (Mr. Putter & Tabby)

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mr. putter
never too old for a party
Another wonderful Mr. Putter and Tabby
Another good Mr. Putter & Tabby book

Mr. Putter & Tabby Make a Wish (Mr. Putter & Tabby)
Cynthia Rylant
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Mr. Putter is sure he is too old for birthday celebrations. And that means he's also too old for model planes and balloons and candles and cake. So on his special day, he invites Mrs. Teaberry and Zeke over for a quiet cup of tea. But--good heavens!--what could possibly be taking them so long to arrive?

Customer Reviews:

mr. putter.......2006-12-18

I loved these books about Mr. Putter and is cat. They were the books i learned to read from. I always asked for the new ones that came out and read them all the time.

never too old for a party.......2005-10-26

Mr. Putter really wants to have a party for his birthday but he thinks that he is too old. He waits and waits for his friend from next door to come over with a surprise! When she arrives he finds that his birthday wish has come true. She brought cake, balloons and a gift! Happy Birthday Mr. Putter!

The cartoon- like illustrations in the book are really funny. Tabby is a cute kitty that always has a cute expression on her face.

This is a great book for early readers. There are pictures on every page and only a few sentences to each page as well.

Another wonderful Mr. Putter and Tabby.......2005-09-19

Mr. Putter decides he wants to celebrate his birthday in spite of being "too old" to do so. The humor comes to you through the story and the drawings.

Another good Mr. Putter & Tabby book.......2005-09-16

My son and I loved Mr. Putter & Tabby Make a Wish. Like all of the other Mr. Putter & Tabby stories, the book focuses on the kindness of friendship, and points out that no matter how old a person gets, they still feel like a kid inside.

Mr. Putter & Tabby Catch the Cold (Mr. Putter & Tabby)

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Cold myth perpetuated
cute story
No Surprise!
Best of the Series (So Far)
A great series built on loveable characters

Mr. Putter & Tabby Catch the Cold (Mr. Putter & Tabby)
Cynthia Rylant
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ASIN: 0152047603

Book Description

Even though Tabby tries to keep him warm, Mr. Putter catches a cold in this cozy addition to the series.

Customer Reviews:

Cold myth perpetuated.......2005-10-05

Other than perpetuating the myth that you get a cold by going outside in the cold without a hat, this was a cute story.

cute story.......2004-08-28

Mr Putter catches a cold! He thinks back to his younger days when he got sick. His mother always took good care of him. She gave him soup, tea and let him read adventure books. His neighbor Mrs. Teaberry decides to take care of him like his mother use to. She does a great job.

I enjoyed reading this book. I have read others in the series and this one was funny like the others.

This book is good for early readers. If they enjoy the Mr Putter series they will like this one as well.

No Surprise!.......2003-10-19

I have all the titles in the series, and of course, I love this one. My children snuggle up and we have read this one over
and over. A must have for Mr. Putter and Tabby fans. Everyone will love the warmth and consideration from Mr. Putters neighbor and her dog, zeke. We should all care so much.

Best of the Series (So Far).......2003-07-03

I've read the Mr. Putter & Tabby books with both of my children. It's a wonderful series for the beginning reader. This title is my favorite of the entire series. Mr. Putter has a cold and remembers what made him feel better when he was a boy. Chicken soup, some hot tea and an adventure book loaned by Mrs. Teaberry's dog, Zeke make this cold worth having. It perfectly captures just how much fun a sick day can be.

A great series built on loveable characters.......2002-11-15

My daughter who is now 8 and I have been reading the Mr Putter and Tabby stories from the very beginning when Mr Putter and Tabby poured the tea. In fact, she has learned to read thanks to this kind hearted old man and his "fine cat." This latest addition as the two of them deal with a common cold is uncommonly good. Cynthia Rylant has managed to convey the lives of two elderly people - Mr Putter and his neighbor, Mrs Teaberry - with dignity, humor and a sense of adventure in everyday living. My daughter loves this story and all the others because of the humorous situations and the likeability of the characters. I love them because as I approach my "Mr Putter years" -- I'm 56 -- I see him as a delightful example of what being an "old man" can be. Likewise I see my daughter learning compassion, acceptance and respect for older people so often missing in children's stories.

I urge any parent -- and especially grandparents -- to add this book and any of the other Mr Putter and Tabby books to their children's (and grandchildren's)reading repetoire.

Mr. Putter & Tabby Walk the Dog (Mr. Putter & Tabby)

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walking the dog no walk in the park!
Mr. Putter and Tabby Walk the Dog

Mr. Putter & Tabby Walk the Dog (Mr. Putter & Tabby)
Cynthia Rylant
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Book Description

Mr. Putter and his fine cat, Tabby, volunteer to walk their neighbor’s dog. They soon discover that Zeke isn’t a dream dog after all. He might even be . . . a nightmare! “Watercolor-and-ink pictures squeeze every bit of life and humor out of the stories. Solid fare for easy-reading shelves.”--Booklist

Customer Reviews:

walking the dog no walk in the park!.......2006-07-20

Mr Putter & his cat companion, Tabby, do the right thing by volunteering to walk the neighbor's dog when the neighbor is injured. The dog takes total advantage of novices & runs them ragged the 1st few days. Mr Putter stoops to bribery to get the dog to behave better the rest of the time. The neighbor never knows the whole story. My guess is Mr Putter & Tabby think twice before offering to help that way again! My 7 1/2 yr old daughter & I have been reading together for yrs & are devotees of Cynthia Rylant's work. We have only been reading the early reader Mr Putter & Tabby series for the last yr. It has the wonderful ability to appeal not only to the new reader mastering the skill, but also to the experienced reader, overseeing the learning process, or continuing to read to the child. This is a feat as many "early readers" captivate the early reader but put to sleep the overseeing adult!

Mr. Putter and Tabby Walk the Dog.......2000-04-07

Simple language and a hilarious storyline make this book perfect for the voracious or the reluctant reader. Mr. Putter and his cat tabby are a delightful pair, and their encounter with the neighbor's nightmare pooch will have kids laughing aloud. The accompanying illustrations only add to the text.

Perfect for children to read on their own, or with the help of a parent (because parents will find these stories equally charming).

Mr. Putter & Tabby Pour the Tea (Mr. Putter & Tabby)

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A delightful tale about rediscovering the joy of living through companionship
Our Favorite Beginning Reader Series
Companionship
A Beautiful Story of Companionship
A tale that pulls on the heartstrings

Mr. Putter & Tabby Pour the Tea (Mr. Putter & Tabby)
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Book Description

"The gentle, affecting first volume introduces elderly Mr. Putter, who decides that a cat will keep him from feeling lonely. Rylant’s texts reflect admirable concern for brevity and meticulous consideration of every word. They are in perfect sync with Howard’s expressive sketches, which slip abundant visual jokes into sunny, transparent watercolors and gouaches, and fluid pencil and pastel scribbles."--Publishers Weekly

Customer Reviews:

A delightful tale about rediscovering the joy of living through companionship.......2007-03-20

This is a story about a fundamental human need, that of companionship. Mr. Putter is an old man who lives alone, has muffins in the morning and tea in the afternoon. He works in his yard during the day, but there is no one to do it with. Therefore, Mr. Putter decides to get a cat.
He goes to a store, but all they have is kittens, which have too much energy for him. The clerk suggests that he go to a shelter, which he does. While there, he finds an old yellow cat whose bones creak; hair is thinning and appears to be a little deaf. All characteristics shared by Mr. Putter.
Once he gets the cat home, he names him Tabby. They hit it off immediately, becoming the best of friends and Mr. Putter is once again enjoying life. It is a charming book with a powerful and correct social message about how the elderly live their lives.

Our Favorite Beginning Reader Series.......2007-03-20

I am currently raising my third daughter through the beginning reader phase. It is very hard to find books that are engaging enough for a bright child during this stage of developement. I find this series has more in the way of a plot than Rylant's more popular "Henry and Mudge" series. My 2 older daughters who are now 12 and 14 begged me to by as many Mr. Putter and Tabby books as I can for their 6 year old "baby sister". We are a household of avid readers, and this is our favorite beginning reader series.

Companionship.......2002-11-01

My mom and I absoutly love this book! It's so cute how he's lonely and he wished for some company. So he goes out to the pound and finds the perfect cat. With similar qualties as him. From then on they do every thing together. They drink tea, eat muffins, sing opera, tell stories, garden, took long walks, take naps, and grow old together. Tabby knew just what Mr.Putter was going to do next. Mr.Putter knew exactly where Tabby was going to sleep next. It's just such a sweet story about the love Mr.Putter has for this cat and the love the cat has for him.

A Beautiful Story of Companionship.......2002-07-29

The Mr. Putter and Tabby series are the sort of books that I would have loved to have when I was a beginning reader. I know that I would have read them over and over again to no end, even once they began to fall apart from constant use. That's why I am so glad that Mr. Putter and Tabby are around now while my youngest brother is learning to read. The non-repetitious, non-rhyming storytelling contained within the books makes them a pleasure to read continually, unlike many other easy-reader books. And in my opinion, the Mr. Putter and Tabby books are a step in front of Ms. Rylant's Henry and Mudge collection, due to the fact that, in their own way, they create an appreciation for the elderly as the reader comes to love Mr. Putter, the aging main character whose only companion is his cat, Tabby.

In Mr. Putter and Tabby Pour the Tea, the first book in the series, Mr. Putter comes to know Tabby. During the first chapter, Mr. Putter expresses the feelings of loneliness and the desire for companionship that the elderly so often have. Thereafter, he chooses to adopt a cat, and the story continues to describe the affection they gain towards each other.

Mr. Howard's cartoon-style illustrations greatly enhance this wonderful story, which is written in such a format to be used as either a 3-chapter book for the beginning reader, or a bedtime story that is longer in length, opening into a possible discussion with your child about the significance of friendship in the elderly person's life. Either way, the Mr. Putter and Tabby books would be a great find for emerging readers' shelves. Like having a kindly old grandpa next door, they only make life richer!

A tale that pulls on the heartstrings.......2000-05-25

With astonishing economy of words, Rylant sketches a life of solitude, then the beauty of companionship, in a way that can be appreciated by a young child, an adult, and everyone in between. All the "Mr. Putter and Tabby" books are good, but this one has an internal narrative power that the others sometimes lack. In effect this is a story of mutual redemption, with a happy ending but (for adults) a poignant aftertaste.

Mr. Putter & Tabby Write the Book (Mr. Putter & Tabby)

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Another good Mr. Putter and Tabby ...
Mr. Putter and Tabby Write the Book
This book is great reading for all ages because ...
mr putter is back
Funny New Fiction Book for Young Readers

Mr. Putter & Tabby Write the Book (Mr. Putter & Tabby)
Cynthia Rylant
Manufacturer: Harcourt Paperbacks
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

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Book Description

Mr. Putter has always wanted to write a mystery novel--and Tabby is happy to help. But who knew there would be so many delicious distractions along the way?

Customer Reviews:

Another good Mr. Putter and Tabby ..........2007-02-09

This is a wonderful series for beginning readers. The characters (Mr. Putter and his fine cat, Tabby) are captivating and endearing to readers of all ages. Their antics are always interesting, if not downright hilarious. Unfortunately, this story is not as good as some of the others. My kindergardener read it to me over the last few days. Although he enjoyed reading it, because he loves the characters, he did not laugh or get excited like he did when reading some of the other books in the series. Nevertheless, I do recommend this book. It has a nice message of friendship: Mr. Putter's neighbor, and friend, gives his writing a "good review," even though it isn't the book/story that he set out to write. It has a nice message about life too: Mr. Putter enjoyed the experience so much that he can't wait for the next snowstorm so he can write again. I'd recommend any book in this series for beginning (k-1st) readers.

Mr. Putter and Tabby Write the Book.......2005-07-23

In this most recent installment of Cynthia Rylant's Mr. Putter & Tabby series, Mr. Putter decides to write a book. But not just any book, a mystery. So Mr. Putter thinks up a title-'I shall call my book The Mystery of Lighthouse Cove', he says-and, being so pleased with this title, Mr. Putter decides to fix himself-and Tabby-a snack. But fixing the snack takes a lot longer than thinking up a book's title. And after Putter is finished eating his snack, he's much to tired to write. So he takes a nap.

By the next day, after a breakfast of oatmeal and tea, Mr. Putter is in tiptop shape and ready to write again. But first he has to clean Tabby's ears, find a sweater to wear, move his chair, and then move the chair back. Then Mr. Putter is ready to write. But thinking is hard for our easily-distracted hero, and he only gets as foar as writting Chapter One before he sees a rabbit outside. This reminds him of Easter and Easter reminds him of boiled eggs. So Mr. Putter decides to fix another snack-twenty boiled eggs and vegetable stew. But fixing the snack takes a lot longer that writing 'Chapter One' did, so Mr. Putter, instead of writing, decides to take a bath. And then he takes yet another nap.

By the third chapter, Mr. putter is up and ready again to write. But first he and Tabby have cinnamon toast and tea. Then Mr. Putter begins thinking...thinking... and thinking. Mr. Putter is thinking not about his mystery 'book', though. We find Putter thinking about good things in life and then making a list of them. Mr. Putter works on his list all day long. Then he goes to see his neighbor, Mrs. Teaberry, who loves his list and even gives it a good 'review'. The story should end here but it doesn't. It ends with Mr. Putter, Tabby, Mrs. Teaberry, her dog, Zeke, and a collection of their neighbors heading to the local diner to buy vanilla malts. A little too sappy for my tastes, but...

Arthur Howards illustrations in 'Write the Book' are some of the best I've seen and, though his first painting of Zeke, Mrs. Teaberry's dog, looks a little amatuerish, he really pulls it off. Though his art COULD easily be confused for that of Betsy Lewin's, I'm interested to see what he does after the Mr. Putter and Tabby serial.

R, your friendly neighborhood reviewer.

This book is great reading for all ages because ..........2005-03-23

(1) It features one of the best duos in children's literature today;

(2) It's a wonderful, cozy read for the kind of wintry days we've had for lo these many months in New England;

(3) It's subtly indicative of the process that writers experience (which in real life isn't always funny, but here, it is);

(4) Cynthia Rylant SHOWS, rather than TELLS (The underlying message here is to "write what you know," but that phrase never appears in the text.);

(5) Arthur Howard's illustrations are perfect for this series. They're playful but not cartoonish, and realistic without being overly so;

(6) It's fun!

A great gift for every writer you know -- old, young, or aspiring. I have already shared it with a number of adult friends, and each one has loved it.

mr putter is back.......2004-09-20

Winter has arrived in Mr Putter's neighborhood. He and his cat Tabby don't mind. They enjoy the cozy house on long winter days. Mr Putter gets the idea that he would like to write a book. Things go well at first and he gets ideas for his story. Then other things get in the way like cooking, eating naps, and taking care of Tabby. The winter days go by and Mr Putter still hasn't completed his book. His neighbor lets him know that there is always next winter and he can try again!

The cartoon- like illustrations in the book are really funny. Tabby is a cute kitty that always has a cute expression on her face.

This is a great book for early readers. There are pictures on every page and only a few sentences to each page as well.

Funny New Fiction Book for Young Readers.......2004-09-10

Mr. Putter has always wanted to write a novel - a mystery novel to be exact. And now that the weather has turned extremely frosty and cold, and the snow is coming down in great big tufts, he believes that it is the perfect time for writing. However, Mr. Putter and Tabby soon find that writing is much harder than they had originally thought, as there is so much blank paper that you must fill with your own ideas, and there are so many snacks that you must prepare and eat, as writing makes you very hungry. And the, after you've had a great snack, you just must take a wonderful nap. With all there is to do, it's a wonder if Mr. Putter and Tabby will ever complete their mystery novel.

In this thirteenth wonderful book in the MR. PUTTER AND TABBY series, we are introduced to a more creative side of Mr. Putter, even if it's not creative in the writing sense, but more in the eating and sleeping sense. Readers are treated to many hilarious mishaps, as Mr. Putter and Tabby try to write their mystery novel, and will be excited to see the many wonderful illustrations by Arthur Howard that surely complete the novel in a wonderful way. Cynthia Rylant has once again created an adorable children's book that will live on for generations.

Erika Sorocco
Book Review Columnist for The Community Bugle Newspaper

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This is my favorite of the series
a few concerns
Charming but be aware the message you're sending
Riding a train.
A Cool Book!

Mr. Putter & Tabby Take the Train
Cynthia Rylant
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ASIN: 0152023895

Book Description

Mr. Putter and his fine cat, Tabby, are going for a train ride with their neighbors, Mrs. Teaberry and her good dog, Zeke. They've planned the perfect afternoon trip. But when they get to the station, they're in for a big surprise: No pets are allowed on the train! It looks like the trip is off, until Mr. Putter comes up with a clever idea.

Customer Reviews:

This is my favorite of the series.......2007-06-01

I'm a hard core Cynthia Ryland fan, and the Mr Putter series is my favorite of her prolific works. I love how she brings older people (Mr Putter and his delightful neighbor) to life, and shows their passions and yearnings, and their humanity... in ways that kids can understand and relate with.

a few concerns.......2006-07-03

I love Cynthia Rylant books. I collect them by the dozens for use in my classroom. I was a little concerned with this book because the character was sneaky in getting his pet on the train. I don't like to give my children the idea that it is okay to be sneaky to get by the rules. I'm not sure that I will put this one on my shelf.

Charming but be aware the message you're sending.......2006-02-23

I love the Mr Putter books as well as Cynthia Rylant's work in general. This book is a charming addition to the series, and one especially good for kids who love vehicles/trains as my little boy does. **However, if you're trying to be super-careful about what moral messages you send your kids, you should know the plot before you buy this story. Pets are not allowed on trains, so Mr Putter & Mrs Teaberry _smuggle_ Tabby and Zeke onto the train with them. Not so good for teaching kids to respect rules...**

The bottom line: I read this book with my son because we both enjoy it, but eventually he will start to notice how Mr Putter breaks the rules and we'll have to have a discussion about it.

Riding a train........2005-10-05

This book is a reminder of how pleasant it is to ride the train, even though they do smuggle their pets on-board.

A Cool Book!.......2001-05-23

I liked this book because it's a good and funny book. The way Mr. Putter keeps on saying, "Are you sure? Are you sure? Are you very, very, sure? " is funny. It's it a little easy to read. It reminded me of Poppleton. Most kids would like this book. (age 8)

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