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Brendan Wenzel
A cat walks through the world and is encountered by different animals. Each animal’s point of view offers a different possible appearance for the same cat, making perspective central to the book’s premise. Written and illustrated by Brendan Wenzel, this 2016 picture book stays focused on the cat as it moves among other creatures and on the varied ways it is seen.
This book appears on 5 reading lists across 2 editions from 5 organizations.
A Hat for Mrs. Goldman: A Story about Knitting and LoveMichelle EdwardsMrs. Goldman is known for knitting hats for people throughout her neighborhood. Sophia, who considers knitting difficult, joins in by creating pom-poms. When cold weather arrives, however, Mrs. Goldman has no hat of her own because she has been occupied making them for others. Sophia takes on the challenge of knitting a special hat for her older neighbor and teacher. Set in winter, the story links making something by hand with care for another person.Five to NineATOS Book Level 2.7AR Interest Level Lower Grades (LG K-3)On the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Little OneJo Weaver, illustrated by Jo WeaverWhen spring arrives, Big Bear leads her new cub into the world and teaches Little One how to live there. Together they learn which animals are friendly, how to fish and swim, and which berries are safe to eat. Their journey continues through spring and summer before they return to their den as snow begins to fall. There, the mother and cub curl up together to hibernate for the winter.Five to NineOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Du Iz Tak?Carson EllisA tiny plant shoot emerges from the ground and draws the attention of curious insects. Told in an invented insect language, the story follows the bugs as they watch the plant develop, marvel at it, and carry on their activities around it. Detailed paintings show the changing seasons as the plant grows, bringing curiosity and unexpected danger to the insects’ small world.All readersOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details