If Not for the Cat
If Not for the Cat by Jack Prelutsky is an illustrated book published by Harper Collins on September 21, 2004. This 40-page work invites readers to engage with a series of seventeen haiku that explore various animals in a playful and thought-provoking manner. Each poem presents a riddle about a different creature, encouraging readers to think creatively about the animal kingdom.
In this edition, readers will encounter a diverse array of animals, including a mouse, a skunk, and a hummingbird, among others. The colorful illustrations by Ted Rand complement Prelutsky’s humorous storytelling, enhancing the experience as readers ponder the identities of these animals. The book focuses on concepts related to senses and sensation, making it an engaging read for those interested in juvenile fiction that combines humor with a touch of mystery.
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A creature whispers:
If not for the cat,
And the scarcity of cheese,
I could be content.
Who is this creature?
What does it like to eat?
Can you solve the riddle?
Seventeen haiku composed by master poet Jack Prelutsky and illustrated by renowned artist Ted Rand ask you to think about seventeen favorite residents of the animal kingdom in a new way. On these glorious and colorful pages you will meet a mouse, a skunk, a beaver, a hummingbird, ants, bald eagles, jellyfish, and many others. Who is who? The answer is right in front of you. But how can you tell? Think and wonder and look and puzzle it out!
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