Meow, nya, miao, or miav?
Yolen, Jane. Meow: Cat Stories from Around the World. New York : HarperCollinsPublishers, 2005.
Plot: As the title implies, the book offers several stories about felines from a number of locations. Additionally, the text includes popular sayings, rhymes, and proverbs about cats. Colorful, elaborate illustrations adorn the text and complement the stories.
Genre: Animals, Folklore, Folktales
Reading Level: Grades Kindergarten - 4
Similar Titles: Puss in Boots, Three Samurai Cats
Personal Thoughts: The book nicely balances cat stereotypes. For example, the title includes hunting cats, compassionate cats, rude cats, polite cats, smart cats, and silly cats. The variety prevents the stories from becoming monotonous.
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