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Mr. Putter and Tabby Catch the Cold
by Cynthia RylantMr. Putter is feeling a bit--Achoo!--under the weather. And as everyone knows, it's no fun to be old with a cold. Luckily, Mrs. Teaberry and her good dog, Zeke, know just what to do to help Mr. Putter feel better. Snuggle up with these beloved characters as they enjoy the comfort of friendship--and a good book--in this cozy addition to the Mr. Putter & Tabby series.
Mr. Putter and Tabby Drop the Ball
by Cynthia Rylant Arthur HowardMr. Putter and his fine cat, Tabby, love to take naps--too many naps. What they need is a sport! Luckily Mrs. Teaberry and her good dog, Zeke, know of a baseball team they can join. It's not long before Mr. Putter is ready to play ball, but will his creaky knees cooperate? And can Zeke avoid wreaking havoc on the field? Win or lose, this baseball team will never be the same!
Mr. Putter and Tabby Feed the Fish (Fountas & Pinnell LLI Blue #Level J)
by Arthur Howard Cynthia RylantMr. 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. . . .
Mr. Putter and Tabby Feed the Fish
by Cynthia Rylant Arthur HowardMr. 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. . . .
Mr. Putter and Tabby Fly the Plane
by Cynthia Rylant Arthur HowardMr. Putter loves toys. He’s old and he knows he shouldn’t love them anymore. But he does. His fine cat, Tabby, however, does not. She’s especially bothered by toys that fly. So when Mr. Putter brings home a little toy biplane that’s supposed to really fly, he and Tabby are in for quite an adventure.
Mr. Putter and Tabby Make a Wish
by Cynthia RylantIt's Mr. Putter's birthday. But is he too old for a party? Not if his fine cat, Tabby, and his neighbor Mrs. Teaberry and her good dog, Zeke, have anything to do with it! Filled with the all the usual Putter and Tabby humor and emotion--plus a whole lot of candles, balloons, and cake--this fourteenth book in the acclaimed series is a grand birthday celebration indeed.
Mr. Putter and Tabby Pick the Pears
by Cynthia Rylant Arthur HowardIt is fall and juicy things are growing in Mr. Putter’s backyard--apples, tomatoes, and pears. Mr. Putter dreams of all the juicy things he loves to eat, but most of all, he dreams of pear jelly. There’s only one problem--cranky legs keep him from climbing up to pick the pears. His ingenious solution will have young readers cheering him on.
Mr. Putter And Tabby Pour The Tea
by Cynthia Rylant Arthur Howard"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
Mr. Putter and Tabby Stir the Soup
by Cynthia RylantMr. Putter and Tabby love homemade soup. But when at last they have all the right ingredients to make some, they find that their treasured stove, Bessie, is on the blink. Luckily, their neighbor, Mrs. Teaberry, is happy to share hers. But watch out--her good dog, Zeke, would much ratherrunthan cook. . . .
Mr. Putter and Tabby Walk the Dog
by Cynthia Rylant Arthur HowardWhen their neighbor Mrs. Teaberry hurts her foot, Mr. Putter and his fine cat, Tabby, volunteer to walk her dog for a week. They soon discover that Zeke isn't a dream dog after all. He might even be . . . a nightmare! After three days of Zeke's tugging, wrapping around trees, and chasing other dogs, how will Mr. Putter and Tabby make it through the week? Illustrator Arthur Howard captures their humorous predicament in lively watercolor-and-pencil illustrations.
Mr. Putter and Tabby Write the Book
by Cynthia Rylant Arthur HowardMr. 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?
Mr. Putter & Tabby Clear the Decks (Mr. Putter & Tabby #21)
by Cynthia Rylant Arthur HowardAll aboard for an eventful boat ride in this book by a Newbery Medal winner: &“Adorable characters [and] delightful pictures.&”—School Library Journal Mr. Putter and his fine cat, Tabby, are itchy. Not because of fleas, but because it&’s hot, they&’re bored, and they&’re out of orangesicles. So when their neighbor, Mrs. Teaberry, suggests a sightseeing cruise, they&’re excited about an adventure. The boat makes them feel free! Plus they get orangesicles! But when it's time to go home, there's a little problem with Mrs. Teaberry&’s good dog, Zeke… The nineteenth Mr. Putter & Tabby book has all the sly, sweet humor that has made the series so popular. Cynthia Rylant's perfect ear for rhythm and Arthur Howard's comical illustrations continue to bring to life the quartet of characters kids know and love. Praise for the series: &“Besides being wonderful fun, this is a great way to introduce new readers to the chapter-book format.&”—Booklist
Mr. Putter & Tabby Dance the Dance (Mr. Putter & Tabby #23)
by Cynthia Rylant Arthur Howard&“Winsome and warmhearted, these books could become instant favorites.&”—Publishers Weekly Mr. Putter knows what he likes, and dancing is not on the list. But his neighbor Mrs. Teaberry has been watching ballroom dancing on TV. She talks the reluctant Mr. Putter into coming along for an evening at the Crystal Ballroom, along with fine cat Tabby and good dog Zeke, of course. The ballroom is full of sparkles—and surprises… &“Written with simplicity and understated humor…The young audience will enjoy seeing these familiar characters express themselves on and off the dance floor.&”—Booklist
Mr. Putter & Tabby Drop the Ball (Mr. Putter & Tabby #20)
by Cynthia Rylant Arthur HowardMr. Putter and his cat go out to the ballgame in this book by the Newbery Medal-winning author: &“A home run.&”—Kirkus Reviews Mr. Putter and his fine cat, Tabby, love to take naps — too many naps. What they need is a sport! Luckily Mrs. Teaberry and her good dog, Zeke, know of a baseball team they can join. It's not long before Mr. Putter is ready to play ball, but will his creaky knees cooperate? And can Zeke avoid wreaking havoc on the field? Win or lose, this baseball team will never be the same! &“Another winner…The artwork, done in pencil, watercolor, and gouache, is expressive and quite hilarious.&”—School Library Journal &“Rylant&’s sympathetic characters work their usual magic, entertaining all ages with a text well suited to beginning readers.&”—Booklist
Mr. Putter & Tabby Hit the Slope (Mr. Putter & Tabby #26)
by Cynthia Rylant Arthur HowardMr. Putter and friends make the most of a snow day in this entertaining book in the &“venerable series&” (Kirkus Reviews). Mr. Putter and his fine cat, Tabby, like winter. But when the snow is deep outside and there&’s nothing to do inside, even a cozy winter day can be a little slow. But not for long! When Mrs. Teaberry and her good dog, Zeke, pull two sleds out of the garage, the four friends head for the sledding slope for the wildest ride ever. Maybe winter is not so slow after all! &“A comforting story to curl up with on a chilly winter day.&”—School Library Journal
Mr. Putter & Tabby Ring the Bell (Mr. Putter & Tabby #22)
by Cynthia Rylant Arthur HowardIt&’s back to school time, and some very special guests are coming to class! &“These four neighbors are great company.&”—Kirkus Reviews Dong! Dong! Dong! The school bell is ringing. The crispy fall wind is blowing. Mr. Putter wishes he could go back to school—even for just one day. Then he has an idea: How about a visit during show-and-tell with Mrs. Teaberry, Tabby the cat, and Zeke the dog? The teacher agrees, but there&’s one problem. She and the students expect to see some pet tricks. Will Tabby and Zeke be able to deliver? &“An amusing fall-flavored offering from the Mr. Putter and Tabby series that&’s good for reading aloud or reading alone.&”—Booklist
Mr. Putter & Tabby Run the Race (Mr. Putter & Tabby #17)
by Cynthia Rylant Arthur Howard&“Gently humorous and with underlying messages of friendship and sharing, this is a good addition to the series.&”—School Library Journal Mrs. Teaberry has persuaded Mr. Putter to sign up for the seniors&’ marathon. First prize is golf clubs, but second prize is…a train set! Mr. Putter really wants that train set. Never mind that he can&’t even touch his toes. Somehow, he has got to find a way to place second. But now, someone else is running the race—with four legs… &“Winsome and warmhearted, these books could become instant favorites.&”—Publishers Weekly
Mr. Putter & Tabby See the Stars (Mr. Putter & Tabby #16)
by Cynthia Rylant Arthur Howard&“The amusing illustrations energize the story and add to the fun. An excellent choice for beginning and developing readers.&”—School Library Journal (starred review) When Mr. Putter eats twenty-one pineapple jelly rolls, he ends up with a grumbling tummy. Worse, he can&’t sleep! A midnight stargazing stroll with his cat, Tabby, seems to be just the cure—but could it be that Mr. Putter and Tabby aren&’t the only ones who are still wide awake? This is the sixteenth in the delightful series by Cynthia Rylant, winner of a Newbery Medal and two Caldecott Honors. &“Winsome and warmhearted, these books could become instant favorites.&”—Publishers Weekly
Mr. Putter & Tabby Smell the Roses
by Arthur Howard Cynthia RylantMr. Putter wants Mrs. Teaberry's birthday to be extra special this year. So how about a trip to the Conservatory to see the beautiful trees and plants and flowers? It will be heavenly. And it is! Mr. Putter and Tabby and Mrs. Teaberry and Zeke sniff the air. They smell the roses. They learn the plant facts. It's the perfect celebration . . . until Zeke finds the banana tree. The Mr. Putter & Tabby early reader series has been long beloved by children, parents, and teachers. This new volume is as funny and endearing as ever.
Mr. Putter & Tabby Stir the Soup (Mr. Putter & Tabby #12)
by Cynthia Rylant Arthur Howard&“The chapters are short and satisfying…The antics of Tabby and Zeke will entertain young animal enthusiasts.&”—School Library Journal Mr. Putter and Tabby love homemade soup. But when at last they have all the right ingredients to make some, they find that their treasured stove, Bessie, is on the blink! Luckily, their neighbor, Mrs. Teaberry, is happy to share hers. But watch out—her good dog, Zeke, would much rather play than cook… &“Winsome and warmhearted, these books could become instant favorites.&”—Publishers Weekly
Mr. Putter & Tabby Turn the Page
by Cynthia Rylant Arthur HowardMr. Putter and his fine cat, Tabby, love reading their favorite books over and over. So when Mr. Putter sees a sign at the library that says “Read Aloud with Your Pet at Story Time,” he signs up! But then Mr. Putter's friend and neighbor, Mrs. Teaberry, wants to join. If Mrs. Teaberry brings her good dog, Zeke, to the library, who knows what will happen? With Zeke up to his usual tricks, story time might get too exciting! This volume in the beloved Mr. Putter and Tabby series was named a Geisel Honor Book by the American Library Association.
Mr. Rabbit and the Lovely Present
by Charlotte ZolotowThe heroine of this book has a problem. And at first it does not look as though Mr. Rabbit is going to be much help in solving it. For everyone knows you cannot give your mother a red roof, a yellow taxi-cab, a green caterpillar, or a blue lake for her birthday. But then all the little girl had said was that her mother liked red, yellow, green, and blue--and so Mr. Rabbit was trying.
Mr. Revere and I
by Robert LawsonPaul Revere didn't make his famous midnight ride alone. Meet a patriot unlike any other: Scheherazade, the mare who doesn't mind mentioning she was once the fastest and most admired horse in the King's army. But on arrival in America, "Sherry" is quickly let down by her British rider and recruited by Sam Adams to join the Sons of Liberty. Before long, she finds herself teamed with Paul Revere to play a key-if unnoticed-role in the American Revolution. Full of wit and wisdom, this beloved classic presents an unforgettable view to the birth of a nation-straight from the horse's mouth!
Mr. Thundermug: A Novel
by Cornelius MedveiMr. Thundermug is the inventive, entertaining, and—against all odds—poignant story of an animal who acquires the ability to eloquently speak human language. Using his own beautiful, eerie lithograph illustrations, Cornelius Medvei places us in a vivid world that is both familiar and alien. It's a world in which Mr. Thundermug and his family take up occupancy in an abandoned apartment building. On the roof of that building, Mr. Thundermug gazes at the heavens and thinks deep thoughts while his wife picks bugs off him and eats them. Understandably, he's somewhat confused by his complex existence as a fluent member of human society who has the essential nature of a more ancient species, but he assimilates as best he can. His worlds inevitably collide, and he is eventually brought to court for a petty crime and asked to defend himself in impossible ways.Simultaneously playful and foreboding, Mr. Thundermug announces the arrival of a bold and imaginative talent.
Mr. Tiger, Betsy, and the Blue Moon (Mr Tiger Ser.)
by Sally GardnerAward-winning author Sally Gardner delivers a whimsical tale about the daughter of a mermaid and an ice cream maker, a mysterious talking tiger, and a challenge as big as the moon.From a magical world of well-dressed animals, talking toads, and bossy princesses comes a timeless story about Mr. Tiger and his troupe of acrobats, and Betsy K. Glory, the daughter of a mermaid and an ice cream maker. Together they must figure out how to turn the moon blue, appease a grumpy giant, and make the best-tasting and rarest ice cream in the world--Gongalong Berry Ice Cream. Told with beautiful one-color illustrations throughout, this modern fairy tale teaches us that happiness is sometimes big enough to solve even the toughest problems.