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Book Synopsis: Return to Miss Stretchberry's class with Jack, the reluctant poet, who over the course of a year encounters new and challenging things like metaphors, alliterations, onomatopoeia, and one mean fat black cat! The Newbery Medal-winning author of Walk Two Moons, Sharon Creech, introduced Jack in Love That Dog, a New York Times bestseller. Both Love That Dog and Hate That Cat are approachable, funny, warm-hearted introductions to poetry told from the point of view of a very real kid wrestling with school assignments.
These books are fast reads that will be welcomed by middle graders as they too wonder how poetry and schoolwork connect with their interests and how to uncover their true voices. In Hate That Cat, Jack is only trying to save that fat black cat stuck in the tree by his bus stop— but the cat scratches him instead! At school Miss Stretchberry begins teaching new poems, everything from William Carlos Williams to Valerie Worth to T.S. Eliot.
As the year progresses, Jack gradually learns to love that cat and finds new ways to express himself.
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Looking for an entertaining and educational read for your middle grader? Look no further than Hate That Cat: A Novel! Sharon Creech, the Newbery Medal-winning author of Walk Two Moons, has brought back Jack, the reluctant poet, in this sequel to the bestselling Love That Dog. In Hate That Cat, Jack embarks on a poetic journey filled with metaphors, alliterations, onomatopoeia, and one mean fat black cat!
Written in a relatable and warm-hearted manner, Hate That Cat is the perfect introduction to poetry for young readers. Jack's struggles with school assignments and his own voice will resonate with children as they navigate their own academic journey. As they read, they'll discover the fascinating connection between poetry and their own interests, uncovering the power of self-expression.
Don't let the title fool you. Hate That Cat is not about hate, but about a beautiful transformation. When Jack tries to save the stuck fat black cat by his bus stop, he ends up getting scratched. But as the year progresses and Miss Stretchberry introduces him to new poems, Jack begins to appreciate the cat's unique spirit, ultimately learning to love it.
If you're looking for a fast-paced, engaging, and thought-provoking book for your child, Hate That Cat is the perfect choice. Let them dive into Jack's world of poetry, self-discovery, and surprising friendships. Unleash your child's true potential by inspiring them with the magic of words and imagination!
Ready to embark on this poetic adventure with Jack? Grab a copy of Hate That Cat today and watch your child's love for literature flourish. Click here to order now!
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