At the Drop of a Cat
Élise Fontenaille
A six-year-old boy treasures the time he spends with his grandfather, Luis, especially in Luis’s garden. Among tall green beans, birds, and a cat with opinions of its own, the boy observes how Luis cares for plants and nature. Luis cannot read or write, but he delights in playful sayings, including his own altered expressions. As the boy practices literacy in the garden, he also begins adopting his grandfather’s inventive language and appreciating the history and companionship they share.
This book appears on 2 reading lists across 2 editions from 2 organizations.
