Calico's Curious Kittens

I used to raise kittens for a local shelter, and I was amazed at how perfectly the illustrations in this book capture the essence of kitten-hood--without being stiff or overly artsy. The story is simple and sweet, and fun to read aloud.

Both of my children, ages 4 and 2, really enjoy this delightful story. The illustrations are very realistic and the story is quite appealing to young children.

Delightfully written and beautifully illustrated in watercolor images by Phyllis Limbacher Tildes, Calico's Curious Kittens is the newest title regaling young readers ages 2 through 7 with the adventures of Calico, a cat who is now a mother with seven kittens of her own! These are very curious kittens who have great adventures exploring the big backyard, climbing curtains, and investigating the kitchen. The simple text introduces prepositional opposites such as in/out, over/under, up/down, etc. Calico's Curious Kittens is also available in paperback (1570915121, ...The other highly recommended titles in this outstanding series include Counting On Calico; Calico Picks A Puppy; and Calico's Cousins.

Little is more irresistible than playful kittens. Calico, the popular feline read about in "Counting On Calico" and "Calico's Cousins," is now a proud but busy mother to a litter of seven. Geared for youngsters up to the second grade author Tildes fills her pages with warm watercolor illustrations and all the mischief that kittens can create. Ginger loves to hide in paper bags; Pumpkin takes every opportunity to jump into a drawer. Together this inquiring group climbs curtains, and wanders across a bridge in the backyard. The text is extremely simple, and most appropriate for reading aloud. Young ones will be entertained by the adventures of these seven inquisitive kittens. - Gail Cooke