A little kitten’s enthusiasm for a friend helps a cat who appears grumpy to come out of his shell.  Rather than being grumpy, it becomes clear that the cat was simply lonely and needed a friend but did not know how to go about making one.  This would make a fantastic read aloud book for preschoolers.

Pete that Cat is back!  This time the laid back cat is wearing his favorite shirt, and the groovy buttons are falling off of it, but Pete remains unphased.  Never one to cry and get upset…Pete goes with the flow.  As with previous Pete the Cat books, this one reminds readers to keep things in perspective.  It also provides a great little introduction to basic subtraction for young learners.

Little Croc’s Purse is a sweet story that is chocked full of elements that merit further discussion. Honesty, dealing with temptation, as well as responsible money management are all introduced. The whimsical illustrations enhance the story and made it a quick favorite at our home.