ABC Cats: An Alpha-Cat Book by Isabella Kung, Lesléa Newman
Published by Candlewick on May 4, 2021
ISBN: 1536209945
Pages: 26
Genres: Animals, Fiction in Verse/Poetry
Format: Board Book
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This is the perfect companion board book to Newman’s 1 2 3 Cats.  The talented author/illustrator team have created another enticing book for toddlers and those who read aloud to the younger set.  Each page reveals one adorable cat lounging or playing on a letter in the alphabet.  Individual cats may be adored with jewels, be playing with yarn or in one case swimming.  While unique in size and breed the cats each enjoy their special letter.   The background is white while the letters are large and painted using watercolors in a variety of colors.

As attractive as this board book is the words seem to be somewhat of a stretch for the toddler set.  The rhyme and text will appeal to pre-K children who find words compelling.  Add this to public libraries where board books are collected and gift to nursery and day care programs.   Like 1 2 3 Cats, this title is a good baby shower or first birthday gift.

Reviewed by Jan Hamilton, retired youth services librarian in Scarborough, ME