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Type of bind: Paperback
EAN num: 9780060546618
ISBN number: 0060546611
Label: HarperCollins
Manufacturer: HarperCollins
Quantity: 1
Page Count: 32
Printing Date: May 01, 2007
Publishing house: HarperCollins
Age index: Ages 4-8
Release Date: April 24, 2007
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Studio: HarperCollins
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Mittens is a small, shy kitten in a big, new house. Will he find a place just for him?
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Maybe it's because I'm a cat person, but this was pretty much the most adorable little easy-reader book I have ever seen. It's simple enough to be enjoyed by an emergent reader and possibly read by, but it speaks emotional volumes of this cute little kitty terrified by his new home. The basic illustrations are surprisingly sweet, and it's a great very first reader.
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This is a deceptively simply story about Nick's new kitten, "Mittens." Deceptive because there are some big themes behind the scenes of Mittens' arrival: Trying new things, adaptation, coping, fears, and reassurance. However, Schaefer places it all within the context of Mittens' initial reactions to his new h ome.
Nick is ready for friendship, "MIttens, this is your new home," but Mittens isn't ready yet. THe unfamiliar things look "new and big!" and Mittens just "wants a hiding place..a small place just for him." He runs to the television (but it is too loud), under the couch (but it is too dark, and under Nick's bed. "BUt everything is stillnew. MIttens is still scared!" FOrtunately, Nick has been looking for MIttens, and when hefind him, he las down on the floor, at Mitten's level. "YOu are safe now." MIttens creeps forward, slowly, looking right into Nick's eyes, while NIch waits patiently. Everything is OK now, and MItten feels safe and trusting enough for Nick to encircle him in his arms. Mittens purrs....
THe books does an excellent job within the confines of its 25 pages. It captures the appropriate emotions and, although the cat's eventual acceptance of Nick is not completely explained (other than the implication that Nick's patience and empathy in getting down to the kitten's level helped), it's a plausible and well-developed story. Children might be asked how MIttens felt, or whether they have ever helped a newcomer--animal or human. Veteran illustrator Susan K. Hartung adds a soothing touch to the story with her soft, uncluttered watercolors. They're warm and welcoming, and don't overwhelm. A great book for small groups on one-on-one, and perhaps even bedtime, once you know that Mitten finds a happy new home with Nick.
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