My Cat, Coon Cat

My Cat, Coon Cat
By Sandy Ferguson Fuller
Illustrated by Jeannie Brett
Published by Islandport Press

Ages 2-8
Hardcover ISBN: 978-1-934031-32-2
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“… narrative is enlivened a bit by Brett’s large-scale art, which showcases the Maine spring in full bloom and offers close-up images of cats that feline lovers will savor.” —Publishers Weekly

Description
A young girl slowly wins the affection of a shy Maine coon cat, as he meets the girl’s kitten, chases dragonflies, and explores the neighborhood. A delightful book for children, cat lovers, and anyone who has felt the warmth of making a new friend.

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Spread from MY CAT, COON CAT, Illustration © Jeannie Brett

Reviews & Acknowledgements
2011 Moonbeam Children’s Book Award (Silver Medal, Picture Book, ages 4–8)

“… narrative is enlivened a bit by Brett’s large-scale art, which showcases the Maine spring in full bloom and offers close-up images of cats that feline lovers will savor.” —Publishers Weekly

“The illustrations are full of color and character, capturing with equal charm the bucolic background and the winsome feline…The intimate nature of the quiet communication between the girl and the feline lends itself best to sharing one-on-one, although the spreads would show up well in a group setting. Any reader who has ever known the love of a cat will find much to relate to in this cozy book.” —School Library Journal

“The book is full of delightfully detailed watercolors that are painted with a bright, eye-catching color palette. The beautifully captured nature scenes (birch trees, bright purple flowers, tree blossoms) and the lovely depictions of inside a home (rugs, toys, wallpaper) are engaging and invite the readers to linger over each page.” —Old Schoolhouse Magazine