Mr. Putter & Tabby Take the Train

A well-written chapter book filled with humor.

Author: Cynthia Rylant Illustrator: Arthur Howard Pages: 44 Publisher: Harcourt Brace and Co. Published Date: 01/01/1998 Genre: Fiction - For Beginning Readers PB Price: $5.95 Publisher's Recommended Reading Level: Ages 4-8 Read Aloud: 4+ Read Alone: 6+

Common Sense Note

This well-written chapter book has a sidesplitting ending. The art is expressive and adds to the story.

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Common Sense Review

Reviewed By: Jennifer Gennari

In MR. PUTTER & TABBY TAKE THE TRAIN, Cynthia Rylant makes every verb jump and build the drama of the story. When Mrs. Teaberry insists--one more time--that pets are allowed on trains, kids just know that trouble is coming.

Mr. Putter has lots of interests, and, despite his age, he knows how to be mischevious and childlike. Kids can relate. They'll love seeing him in his bird costume and crushing grapes with his neighbor. Warmly drawn by Arthur Howard, the illustrations add comic touches. Zeke's tongue hanging out of the backpack, Mr. Putter's gentle smile, and Tabby's wide-eyed expression as she peeks out of the picnic basket send kids into fits of giggles.

Rylant's Mr. Putter & Tabby series is a winner. Check out other books in the series, including Mr. Putter & Tabby Pour the Tea, Mr. Putter & Tabby Paint the Porch, and Mr. Putter & Tabby Walk the Dog.

Plot Summary:

What could be nicer than a train ride with a friend, two beloved pets, and banana crunchies to eat? But Zeke and Tabby aren't allowed on the train, so Mr. Putter comes up with a mischievous plan. In three easy chapters, Rylant packs a lot of humor, good feeling, and friendship.

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