Dad does not like cats, but Mom and kids keep bringing home strays! Will Dad have a change of heart toward his feline family, or will he make a surprising announcement?"This book’s rhythmic phrases and beautiful illustrations blend together perfectly to entertain and educate young readers, instilling in them a heart to do good in the world and show kindness to animals." —
Christa McGrath, Editor,Edwards Book Club Reviews"The illustrations were rendered in pen & ink and watercolor and are especially well done in the fun expressions of this family…. Rhythmic text makes for a great read aloud!" —
Marcia Strykowski, Writers' Rumpus"
That Cat Can’t Stayis a super funny story in rhyme…. The pictures are full of details. It’s a good book for cat-lovers, for reading aloud and is engaging throughout." —
Aruna Shekar, award-winning author and educator This book expertly combines a comic, rhyming text with hilarious cartoon illustrations to create a completely enjoyable romp. —School Library Journal
That Cat Can't Stay[is] an absolutely adorable book and exactly how the Viorsts once wound up with four cats. —Judith Viorst
Parkins visualizes this comic opera with cartoon-like pen and ink and watercolor illustrations of cartoon-like characters displaying exaggerated behavior. Dad in particular is portrayed in lively vignettes. —Children's Literature
He may rant and rave, but ultimately this softhearted dad lets the strays stay. David Parkins' hilariously detailed pictures add to the fun and the surprise ending. —Baltimore's Child
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