It paints a delightful picture in to the readers head and you are able to really imagine the the beautiful cat. The Dot 40. We have a black and whi Jekyll or Hyde? Find all the books, read about the author, and more. The Curious Garden (Peter Brown) Page 1 of 2 Previous Next Page . The Puss/Cat dichotomy also presents some fun opportunities for read- alouds, ie someone reads Puss, someone else reads Cat, hilarity ensues! by Joyce Dunbar. Anyone who has lived with a cat will appreciate the humour in this story, which describes the duality of the internet’s favourite pet. Start by marking “Puss Jekyll Cat Hyde” as Want to Read: Error rating book. Write a review. Illustrations capture a cat's personality and colors used are beautiful (lighter for Puss Jekyll; darker for Cat Hyde!). Help others learn more about this product by uploading a video! His cat chases them, ultimately crashing into the lab, where he mixes up some of the potion. Slightly creepy and wonderfully illustrated, Puss Jekyll Cat Hyde is a must for cat lovers everywhere. Puss Jekyll is the soft cuddly cat of the house grooming her fur, but at night she becomes Cat Hyde, hunting mice, all fang and claw. Excellent rhymes; good comparison/contrast. Cat lovers, language lovers, and spooky tale lovers will enjoy this, and the rhythm makes it a perfect read-a-loud. The illustrations are simplisticly realistic, conveying the varying moods perfectly. My favorite parts of the book were the descriptions of Cat Hyde -- they were somehow both hilarious and terrifying. A poetic story of one cat with two personalities--the daytime napper and the nighttime stalker. What Is It LiketoBeA Cat? Instead, our system considers things like how recent a review is and if the reviewer bought the item on Amazon. Gr 2-4-In carefully crafted verse, Dunbar reveals the dual nature of a household pet. There are no discussion topics on this book yet. Looking for some out-of-this-world reading this summer? Puss Jekyll and Cat Hyde by Joyce Dunbar - review 'The illustrations are very good and a bit gothic' Jennifer, Minnie, aged 1 and Bebe, aged 6 months. Okay, now this book wasn't what I thought it would be either. The narrator of Joyce Dunbar's Puss Jekyll Cat Hyde isn't the first person to suspect their cat is a very different sort of feline between sunset and sunrise, and they won't be the last! Puss Jekyll is the soft cuddly cat of the house grooming her fur, but at night she becomes Cat Hyde, hunting mice, all fang and claw. The Great Paper Caper (Oliver Jeffers) 39. There was only the light. Just a moment while we sign you in to your Goodreads account. Page by page this delightful book explores the two very distinct personalities of the enchanting pet. Gosh I loved this little book, both the versus and the magnificent illustrations. I am reading picture books today - I've been away and I needed to catch up on all the new stuff that has come in. Full content visible, double tap to read brief content. Page by page this delightful book explores the two very distinct personalities of the enchanting pet. She can be funny, as in I WILL NOT WEAR PINK, (joyously illustrated by her daughter Polly); vividly poetic, as in PUSS JEKYLL CAT HYDE, reassuring, as in her best selling title TELL ME SOMETHING HAPPY BEFORE I GO TO SLEEP. Now I pet her for a short period of time, then she seems to “freak out” and hiss and swat at me. PUSS JEKYLL CAT HYDE. 28-Jun-16. Refresh and try again. See All Buying Options. At night she becomes Cat Hyde, mischievous hunter of small critters, not an ideal house pet. Although short, to the point, and written in the style of a book for young children, it's real audience would be the crazy cat ladies of all ages--and to this CCL it does greatly appeal! Puss Jekyll, Cat Hyde (Joyce Dunbar) 37. Page by page this delightful book explores the two very distinct personalities of the enchanting pet. And when you read twenty picture books at a time, sometimes certain groupings assert themselves. This book is great for introducing new, more complex words to a child as well as an introduction to the classic concept of Jekyll and Hyde. Led to an interesting discussion with Madam about what it means to be "Jekyll and Hyde." 1 Biography 1.1 Early life 1.2 Life at Ingleside 2 Personality 3 Physical appearance 4 Etymology 5 Appearances Goldie, as Dr. Jekyll-and-Mr. Hyde was known during the early years of his life, was the son of a cat owned by the Blythe family. Most cat owners will instantly recognise Puss Jekyll and her nocturnal counterpart, Cat Hyde. April 5, 2013 5:32 pm ET Sounds about right. Something went wrong. Puss Jekyll is the soft cuddly cat of the house grooming her fur, but at night she becomes Cat Hyde, hunting mice, all fang and claw. As a cat owner for the last 25 years this seemed so true. Puss Jekyll, Cat Hyde (Joyce Dunbar) 130. Even the illustrations featuring how felines can switch their moods as quickly as they switch their tails is fascinating and completely accurate. Puss Jekyll is the soft cuddly cat of the house grooming her fur, but at night she becomes Cat Hyde, hunting mice, all fang and claw. Cap'n O. G. Readmore (created by Puppet Studio) was the fictional character host of the American television anthology series ABC Weekend Specials during the 1980s. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted. Silver gray– and buff-colored oversize pages provide backgrounds for the only image in each spread: an adorable kitty or a devilish interloper (complete with dead mouse in one scene). Puss Jekyll lounges in the sun, warming her paws, while Cat Hyde prowls the streets wreaking havoc. by Frances Lincoln Children's Books. Found it a tad gratuitous for the descriptions of hunting cats, and the whole "two sides of cat personality, as described by a 19th century lit reference" went right over my 5 and 3-year-old's heads. Please try again. Text, image, video. Filter by. This book is great for introducing new, more complex words to a child as well as an introduction to the classic concept of Jekyll and Hyde. Please try again. Bring your club to Amazon Book Clubs, start a new book club and invite your friends to join, or find a club that’s right for you for free. Puss Jekyll Cat Hyde . What trouble will Cat Hyde get into, but more importantly, will Puss Jekyll be able to get out of it? Poetic pages perfectly capture the contrasting nature of our favorite feline. ... Meghan Cox Gurdon reviews Paul Gallico's 1950 novel "The Abandoned" and Joyce Dunbar's "Puss Jekyll Cat Hyde." In the same way, “Master Cat: Puss in Boots” is similar to the other two tales in the way that the characters gain what they intend to because Master Cat receives respect from his master. Talks about the sweet and opposing dark side of cats. show results save Click books you've read Confirm Delete Score. Then you can start reading Kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer - no Kindle device required. All stars. The same storyline drives another cartoon of the 1940s, "Mighty Mouse Meets Jekyll and Hyde Cat", though this time it is the cat who mixes a cocktail in … Younger kids may enjoy it for the pictures but the concept might not interest them and the verse is too lengthy to read aloud to preschoolers and younger. The cat on the cover of this elegantly presented volume, looks out, enigmatically: which one is she? There's Puss Jekyll, who by day "soothes,/Bewitches,/Beguiles, With her smooth,/Velvety wiles." Puss Jekyll is the soft cuddly cat of the house grooming her fur, but at night she becomes Cat Hyde, hunting mice, all fang and claw. helpful way to introduce Jekyll and Hyde to little kids. Dr. Jekyll-and-Mr. Hyde was the cat and pet of Rilla Blythe. Stack the Cats (Susie Ghahremani) 133. I would have given it 5 stars, but I would be hesitant reading it to very small children because it is honestly a little creepy and come could argue mildly gory... Fun book for cat lovers! It was really good. Sort by. The complete opposite of Puss Jekyll. A good gift for the cat lover. After viewing product detail pages, look here to find an easy way to navigate back to pages you are interested in. The other half they are freaking terrifying. Top subscription boxes – right to your door, © 1996-2021, Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates. / All fang and claw.” More description than story, this continues to chronicle good kitty’s habits: cozily relaxing, wiping whiskers, playing with string. I actually laughed out loud when I read. However, Cat Hyde is seemingly not a delightful cat. They contrast dramatically with the descriptions of the feline's alter ego. Cap'n O. G. Readmore's Puss in Boots is the fourth episode of the Cap'n O. G. Readmore series. Are you sure you want to delete your score and checked items on this list? In alternating spreads we meet one black-and-white cat. Jill Barton – Puss Jekyll, Cat Hyde arrives £ 225.00 Add to basket; Jill Barton – Puss Jekyll, Cat Hyde departs £ 225.00 Add to basket; Jill Barton – Scourge of the mouse. Puss Jekyll is the perfect pet, cuddly and sweet, but she has a secret. Welcome back. Jill Barton (Contemporary) - Charcoal, pencil and watercolour - Puss Jekyll, Cat Hyde, being an original illustration from the book of the same name, published by Frances Lincoln 2012, signed, 32cm x … Puss Jekyll Cat Hyde uses unique words and pacing, accompanying contrasting illustrations to draw you in to this book based on the classic tale of Jekyll and Hyde. Then we suggest taking a peek at these highly anticipated young adult books, all... To see what your friends thought of this book. Even looks like one of ours. Goodreads helps you keep track of books you want to read. Puss Jekyll Cat Hyde uses unique words and pacing, accompanying contrasting illustrations to draw you in to this book based on the classic tale of Jekyll and Hyde. By day Puss Jekyll is a delightful cat, a majestic cat who spends her time relaxing at home. Half the time cats are cute and cuddly. beautiful pictures. 5 global ratings | 4 global reviews There was a problem filtering reviews right now. Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 25, 2016. As a cat lover, I can understand the connection between cat personality and the story of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde. Barton’s illustrations emphasize the differences outlined in the text: The cat’s eyes vary from gray, black and white to a vivid, menacing green, and her claws and teeth are prominently featured on the “Cat Hyde” pages, while “Puss Jekyll” is shown in nonthreatening poses. Preschool-Grade 2. The text is in the form of a poem which I felt might have worked better on a single page in a book of poetry. However, it was a tad awkward as a read-aloud. Made me think of our cats. Page by page this delightful book explores the two very distinct personalities of the enchanting pet. My daughter picked up this book from the children's section of our local library. Going the “Fat Cat” route, the monster proceeds to swell as it sucks the dark not just from the bedroom but from the entire world and beyond—leaving confusion and dismay in its wake, until “There were no shadows and hardly any dreams. The Church Cat Abroad (Graham Oakley) 134. You're listening to a sample of the Audible audio edition. It also analyzes reviews to verify trustworthiness. Any kid who has a cat will recognize - yup, that's what cats are like. 33 Can't-Wait Works of YA Speculative Fiction for Summer. How are ratings calculated? Unable to add item to List. Top reviews. This quixotic picture book may serve as an appealing introduction to poetry.-Linda L. Walkins, Saint Joseph Preparatory High School, Boston, MAα(c) Copyright 2013. Also a perfect example of a picture book for grown ups. £ 450.00 Add to basket; Jill Barton – Sippy-sippy milk £ 325.00 Add to basket Page by page this delightful book explores the two very distinct personalities of the enchanting pet. All reviewers. I plan on adding this to our family library as it's sure to be an instant classic. Yet by night, she becomes Cat Hyde, a "Night stalker,/Roof walker,/Fearless,/Tearless/Street fighter." Beautiful poetry and imagery that captures kitties from all of their angles. This could be used as a mentor text in many ways (compare/contrast writing, descriptive writing are examples). This cat is described as being a devil cat, sly and spoiler of dreams. Dear Pammy, My cat is like Jekyll and Hyde. If Jekyll is delightful, Hyde is frightful: “Night stalker / Roof walker / Fearless / Tearless.” Since alternating cat visions are the sum of the story, this could get a bit tedious (and it is occasionally repetitive), but that doesn’t happen because the writing is so evocative and the artwork so striking. The black-and-white "dear little Kittikins" lazes contentedly in the sun on one spread and then lurks in the shadows, green eyes glinting with cunning determination on the next. Originally called Goldie, this cat had a weird habit of changing characters. An accurate description of the different personalities that live in one cat. Puss Jekyll is the soft cuddly cat of the house grooming her fur, but at night she becomes Cat Hyde, hunting mice, all fang and claw. Any cat owner (or person owned by a cat ;-) ) will recognise the various expressions and mood swings so skilfully depicted in this visual feline feast. Today, it's the Picture Book for Grownups. Hawa'a. Puss Jekyll was good and Cat Hyde is not. Puss Jekyll Cat Hyde uses unique words and pacing, accompanyin. Baby duck and the cozy blanket by Amy Hest ( … Who decides? One and the same? Puss is loving, gentle and sweet. Cat is moody, prone to hunting, and destructive. Reviewed in the United States on July 7, 2013. Please try your request again later. A battle ensues and Mr. Hyde escapes by riding on Callista , who he persuades into following his orders and help him "spread a little fear across Europe". Cap'n O. G. Readmore (created by Puppet Studio) is the fictional character and former host of the American television anthology series ABC Weekend Specials during the 1980s. Puss Jekyll Cat Hyde is a fine book for kids. Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 26, 2013.

Good puss or bad cat? At times she is Puss Jekyll—“So tame, I think / she is almost / One of / Us.” But turn the page and observe Cat Hyde—“See her crouch / Then pounce. I would describe it as beat poetry that is beautiful when read aloud and the illustrations are gorgeous. I really liked the idea of looking at the two sides of a pet cat but it didn't quite work out for me here. Love, love, love the illustrations. This hilarious book was pointed out to me by a dear friend and colleague who found it funny even though she claims to “not be a cat person”. 5 yr old enjoys this. Puss Jekyll, cuddly playful house cat by day, by night becomes Cat Hyde, all fang and claw, the scourge of the rodent population. Puss Jekyll Cat Hyde by Joyce Dunbar, 9781847803696, available at Book Depository with free delivery worldwide. Add to Wish List. --Ilene Cooper. She is described as being tame, charming and serene. Not really, because they will instinctively understand the references once they are a few pages into this all-too-true book. Page by page this delightful book explores the two very distinct personalities of the enchanting pet. Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 31, 2013. Frances Lincoln Children's Books; Reprint edition (March 26, 2013). Page by page this delightful book explores the two very distinct personalities of the enchanting pet. Cat lovers will easily see their own pets here. To calculate the overall star rating and percentage breakdown by star, we don’t use a simple average. Although spine-tingling, the passages that follow Hyde in her nighttime excursions may be a bit gruesome for some youngsters ("Through the mud/On the scent/On the track/Of blood/Fear and bone/Hunting the lone/Vole or shrew"). Encouraged children to read full content visible, double tap to read for pleasure book was what... 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