Mr. Putter & Tabby Run the Race


Book Description

“Gently humorous and with underlying messages of friendship and sharing, this is a good addition to the series.”—School Library Journal Mrs. Teaberry has persuaded Mr. Putter to sign up for the seniors’ marathon. First prize is golf clubs, but second prize is…a train set! Mr. Putter really wants that train set. Never mind that he can’t even touch his toes. Somehow, he has got to find a way to place second. But now, someone else is running the race—with four legs… “Winsome and warmhearted, these books could become instant favorites.”—Publishers Weekly










Mr. Putter & Tabby Make a Wish


Book Description

Happy birthday, Mr. Putter! “The humor in the illustrations as well as in the text will keep readers glued to the pages.”—School Library Journal (starred review) Mr. Putter is sure he is too old for birthday celebrations. And that means he’s also too old for model planes and balloons and candles and cake. So on his special day, he invites Mrs. Teaberry and Zeke over for a quiet cup of tea. But—good heavens!—what could possibly be taking them so long to arrive? “Since the Mr. Putter & Tabby series began, its signature combination of storytelling, wit, and humanity have made it a staple of the beginning reader section.”—Booklist




Mr. Putter & Tabby Dance the Dance


Book Description

“Winsome and warmhearted, these books could become instant favorites.”—Publishers Weekly Mr. Putter knows what he likes, and dancing is not on the list. But his neighbor Mrs. Teaberry has been watching ballroom dancing on TV. She talks the reluctant Mr. Putter into coming along for an evening at the Crystal Ballroom, along with fine cat Tabby and good dog Zeke, of course. The ballroom is full of sparkles—and surprises… “Written with simplicity and understated humor…The young audience will enjoy seeing these familiar characters express themselves on and off the dance floor.”—Booklist




Mr. Putter & Tabby Drop the Ball


Book Description

Mr. Putter and his cat go out to the ballgame in this book by the Newbery Medal-winning author: “A home run.”—Kirkus Reviews Mr. Putter and his fine cat, Tabby, love to take naps — too many naps. What they need is a sport! Luckily Mrs. Teaberry and her good dog, Zeke, know of a baseball team they can join. It's not long before Mr. Putter is ready to play ball, but will his creaky knees cooperate? And can Zeke avoid wreaking havoc on the field? Win or lose, this baseball team will never be the same! “Another winner…The artwork, done in pencil, watercolor, and gouache, is expressive and quite hilarious.”—School Library Journal “Rylant’s sympathetic characters work their usual magic, entertaining all ages with a text well suited to beginning readers.”—Booklist




Mr. Putter & Tabby Ring the Bell


Book Description

It’s back to school time, and some very special guests are coming to class! “These four neighbors are great company.”—Kirkus Reviews Dong! Dong! Dong! The school bell is ringing. The crispy fall wind is blowing. Mr. Putter wishes he could go back to school—even for just one day. Then he has an idea: How about a visit during show-and-tell with Mrs. Teaberry, Tabby the cat, and Zeke the dog? The teacher agrees, but there’s one problem. She and the students expect to see some pet tricks. Will Tabby and Zeke be able to deliver? “An amusing fall-flavored offering from the Mr. Putter and Tabby series that’s good for reading aloud or reading alone.”—Booklist




Mr. Putter & Tabby Smell the Roses


Book Description

Adventure is in bloom in this endearing story for early readers from the Newbery Medal-winning author of the Henry and Mudge series! Mr. Putter wants Mrs. Teaberry’s birthday to be extra special this year. So how about a trip to the Conservatory to see the beautiful trees and plants and flowers? It will be heavenly. And it is! Mr. Putter and Tabby and Mrs. Teaberry and Zeke sniff the air. They smell the roses. They learn the plant facts. It’s the perfect celebration—until Zeke finds the banana tree… “Since the Mr. Putter & Tabby series began, its signature combination of storytelling, wit, and humanity have made it a staple of the beginning reader section.”—Booklist




Mr. Putter & Tabby Spill the Beans


Book Description

Although he would rather be sipping an ice cream soda, Mr. Putter and his cat Tabby attend a cooking class with Mrs. Teaberry and her dog Zeke, where they expect to learn 100 ways to cook beans.




Mr. Putter and Tabby Feed the Fish


Book Description

After Mr. Putter buys three goldfish and takes them home, he discovers that his cat Tabby has a serious problem with them.