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Publisher:
Greenwillow (Harper Collins) |
Release
Date: September 21, 2004 |
ISBN:
0-06-059677-5 |
Awards:
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Format
Reviewed: Hardcover |
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Genre:
Nonfiction / Haiku [Ages 4-8] |
Reviewed:
2004 |
Reviewer:
Carisa Weeaks |
Reviewer
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Copyright
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If Not for the Cat
Haiku
By Jack Prelutsky
Paintings by Ted Rand
Haikus
are the most difficult of the different styles of poetry to master,
but Prelutsky, in “If Not for the Cat,” has brought
to view the thoughts of the animals we have studied and marveled
at for as long as humans and animals have coexisted. From mice to
elephants to skunks, Prelutsky has captured the entirety of these
incredible animals in a style of poetry that is known for its “minimalism.”
I LOVE
the illustrations! Ted Rand has done an INCREDIBLE job bringing
the animals to life in such a stunning way. The skunk, I have to
say, though, is my favorite. I couldn’t stop smiling as I
slowly turned each page and read Prelutsky’s wonderful poetry.
I recommend this book for any teacher or parent who would want to
give their kids a way to enjoy their favorite animals and learn
more about how amazing the written word is.
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