New Releases by John Piantedosi

The Cat that Purred is written in a charming rhyming style and features brightly-colored illustrations that tells the story of a cat that loved to purr and purr and purr all day. Season after season he was invited to play outside, but the cat always found a reason for not going. Finally, his friend, the bird found a way for the cat to play with the others in the park. The cat understands that his friends need him. So, he finally goes out and joins the others and they all have a wonderful time together. "With good humor and deft touch, John Piantedosi gently prods young readers to explore the larger world--and to discover their own untapped abilities." Tim McLaughlin Professor of Children''s Literature and English department chair Bunker Hill Community College "As an illustrator myself, I believe you can judge a book by its cover. It is certainly true of the delightful paintings that fill the pages of this wonderful book." Bro. Mickey McGrath, OSFS