Clover Kitty does NOT want to go to kittygarten! Although she might like a friend to play with, kittygarten feels overwhelming for a sensory-sensitive kitty like Clover. And when she arrives, it is exactly as she fears: her classroom is too loud, the lights are too bright, and everyone comes too close. So Clover throws a fit...and decides to quit kittygarten. But when a classmate comes to check on her, she begins to reconsider. Maybe it's time for Clover to give kittygarten another chance....

About the Author
Laura Purdie Salas is an award-winning author of more than 125 books for children, including her recent books Snowman - Cold = Puddle: Spring Equations, illustrated by Micha Archer, and Lion of the Sky: Haiku for All Seasons, illustrated by Merce Lopez. Her books have received such honors as Bank Street College of Education's Best Books for Children, IRA Teachers' Choice, the Minnesota Book Award, and NCTE Notable book. Laura went to kindergarten in Florida and now lives in Minnesota. She hates crowds and knows a good friend makes everything better. Learn more about the author at www.laurasalas.com. Hiroe Nakata grew up in Japan and moved to the United States when she was sixteen. She is a graduate of the Parsons School of Design. Artwork from her first picture book, Lucky Pennies and Hot Chocolate, was chosen for the prestigious Society of Illustrators Annual Exhibition. Since then, she has illustrated numerous books for children, including her recent titles, Baby's Blessings, written by Leslea Newman, and One More Hug, written by Inside Edition's national correspondent Megan Alexander. Hiroe vividly remembers her daughter's struggles in kindergarten and is happy to report that, at fourteen, her daughter excels in school and plays in the school band.

Reviews
"Young readers will identify with Clover's feelings about starting school or any new adventure...The watercolor illustrations have soft, inviting colors. A perfect story to share at the beginning of the school year." -School Library Journal "Salas shapes a read-aloud that will spark conversation with first-timers who are sensitive to stimulus, while Nakata humorously conveys the resolute feline's emotions in expressive watercolor images." -Publishers Weekly "Sweet and soft watercolor illustrations show clothed kittens going through a typical (human) school day, with plenty of details and scenarios for young children to relate to. Clover's experiences and school 'armor' helpfully explain the ups and downs of the first day of school or of going to school for the first time. A reassuring read to ward off the jitters." -Booklist



Book Information
ISBN 9781542042468
Author Laura Purdie Salas
Format Hardback
Page Count 40
Imprint Two Lions
Publisher Amazon Publishing