FICTION

Why Do Cats Have Tails?

by David LING
Why Do Cats Have Tails? illus. by Stephanie Thatcher. 32p. Starfish Bay Children's Bks. Apr. 2016. Tr $16.99. ISBN 9781760360269.
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PreS-Gr 2—A granddaughter asks her grandfather why her furry friends have tails. Her grandfather thinks it over and comes up with a plethora of reasons, all to which his granddaughter has a rebuttal. Maybe the tails are for swimming? Perhaps they are for flying? In the end, it is the granddaughter who comes up with the best conclusion. Readers will find the cute illustrations and the fun text a delight. Children will love reading about their favorite animals, while adults can use the book as the perfect opportunity to practice predicting during a read-aloud.
VERDICT This crafty and pleasing story exploring the explanation behind a cat's tail will charm readers and is a great addition to any picture book section.
Reviewed by Jennifer Pope, La Grange Independent School District, TX , Mar 01, 2016

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