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The Curious Little Kitten

Well, we're finally here, the number one book in our top ten list. First of all, let me say there are hundreds of books we could have put in this top ten list. I'm sure, everyone has their own top ten list of books and stories. The wonderful thing about reading to your children early in life, is the way you are able to discover so many wonderful books and authors.

But since this is our top ten list, we have our own number one book. It may come as a surprise to some of you, because I'm guessing this book isn't as well known as some of the others in this list. Our numero uno book is "The Curious Little Kitten" by Linda Hayward and illustrated by Maggie Swanson.

It's the story of a curious little kitten that doesn't get out much. She has a wonderful backyard which she explores, but as time goes on, she begins to wonder what is outside her known universe. There are walls and fences all around, what could be found on the other side? Does she dare investigate? Yes, she does.

She finds adventure and surprise in the yards surrounding hers. She is not a happy kitten, but she remains curious. The curiosity drives her to further discovery. Undaunted, she continues to explore and seek out the mysteries beyond her own existence. Okay, that may sound a little too dramatic and you're right. She basically goes looking around because she's a kitten and that's what they do.

That natural curiosity which little children and kittens share is the draw for the book. Linda Hayward knows this angle and continues to frame the story in a way that hooks the little reader (and parent). You begin to wonder what lies on the other side of the fence. Will it be trouble or joy?

Eventually, the little kitten's curiosity is rewarded with a wonderful surprise as she looks in the last yard. Third time is the charm for this little kitty. If you want to know what she finds, you'll have to get the book and "discover" it for yourself.

This is yet another example of good clean wholesome reading for your child. This book never disappoints and children love to have it read to them over and over again. The illustrations are also done in such a way as to lead the child through the story, as if no words were ever written on their pages. We would find our three year old daughter looking through the book, turning the pages one by one as she would retell the story to herself by simply looking at the pictures. This is a great little book and should be in every parent's or grandparent's home library.

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