Black Cat
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Book Overview
"Arresting photo-collage artwork and hip-hop poetry tell the story of a stray cat's search for a home as it slinks its way through city streets...Pulses with city rhythms and scenarios, just waiting... This description may be from another edition of this product.
Format:Hardcover
Language:English
ISBN:0590033751
ISBN13:9780590033756
Release Date:April 1999
Publisher:Scholastic Press
Length:40 Pages
Weight:1.07 lbs.
Dimensions:0.4" x 9.4" x 11.2"
Age Range:4 to 7 years
Grade Range:Preschool to Grade 2
Related Subjects
Animals Cats Children's Children's Books City Life Literature & Fiction Where We LiveCustomer Reviews
3 ratings
A Stirring Book for All Audiences!!
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 16 years ago
I found this book on clearance at a local teacher's store; when I picked it up and skimmed it, I was blown away by the unique illustrations and the beautiful poem. As a teacher I absolutely believe this book is appropriate for all audiences, all ages, anywhere-- Just as the front cover states, "Black Cat's rhythmic poetry and bold collage art will stimulate readers of all ages to explore their own feelings about identity, beauty, and home." This is not a book exclusively for "advanced readers" or "older readers"; this book will attract even the younger reader's attention. Stories of identity, beauty, and home are universal and even applicable to "middle America".
Great book for ALL kids
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 21 years ago
We checked this book out at the library for my 2 year old son who loves cats and at first read, I was blown away by the incredible artwork and the jazzy text. Although the book is intended for slightly older kids, my son enjoyed it the more we read it and loves to point out where the cat is in each picture. I really appreciated the way that my son is able to see another way of life in America, that is the "urban life," and to see it through the positive lense of this lovable cat. We need more authors to celebrate and make positive the experience of kids growing up in the city which also helps suburban kids (and parents) to see another way of life. Isn't that what Sesame Street was all about? GET this book, it's truly an excellent piece of children's literature!
"Black Cat" by Christopher Myers
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 24 years ago
I first saw this book when I was visiting the Art Institute of Chicago where it was being featured. The entire book is visually intriguing! I've never seen a book quite like it. Although the book is classified as a children's book, I think that anyone would enjoy it. Myers' book is a poem that takes you through Brooklyn by following a seemingly mysterious cat accompanied by wonderful and colorful collages. The book has become a favorite of mine, so I would strongly recommend it!
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