"The Just Visiting Cat" is an ideal book to read to a small group of children. It has many learning concepts. The recurring theme "That's OK," said Dad. "He is just visiting."
Assessment:
Plot: Simple, childlike crayon illustrations grace this charming story about a big fluffy cat who comes to visit and ends up staying, but only on its own terms.
Prose/Style: Easy-to-understand prose makes this the perfect read-aloud for the preschool age group.
Originality: The clever ending to this story brings us full circle and offers an opportunity for children to add more “chapters” to the story.
Character Development/Execution: A loving, welcoming family and an independent-thinking cat are the main characters in this repetitive story that makes a point.
Blurb: This circular story about a big fluffy cat who is "just visiting" and a welcoming family is a wonderful read-aloud for preschoolers.
Date Submitted: July 19, 2021
