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by Cynthia Rylant (Author), Arthur Howard (Illustrator) "It was fall, and juicy things were growing in Mr. Putter's backyard..." (more)
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Grade 1-3?In this fourth book about the two seniors who are special friends, Mr. Putter dreams about the many ways he will use his ripe tomatoes, apples?and especially pears. But when he tries to climb the ladder to pick the green edibles, his cranky legs force him to stay on the ground. Remembering his younger days, he makes himself a slingshot and uses fallen apples as ammunition. Unfortunately, he is unable to hit his targets. But what fun to sling those apples and watch them go "...over the tree, over the chimney, over the house." The next day, he and his old cat Tabby feel sorry for themselves until their neighbor, Mrs. Teaberry, arrives with her dog and a feast of apple turnovers, pies, jelly, and cider. Mr. Putter then decides what to do about the pears?just wait for them to fall. Rylant's originality continues in this autumnal adventure. She uses repetition to reinforce vocabulary development and word recognition; however, she also uses both simple and compound sentences, dialogue, and expressive language so that the story is neither stilted nor boring. Howard's watercolor illustrations fit the text perfectly, providing humor and warmth.?Mary Ann Bursk, Bucks County Free Library, Levittown, PA
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Gr. 1^-3. His "cranky legs, cranky knees, cranky feet" prevent Mr. Putter from picking the pears from his tree. Improvising a slingshot from the elastic of underwear, he sets out to knock the pears off his tree by shooting fallen apples at them. His aim is way off, but all ends happily as a neighbor discovers the apples in her yard and brings cider, pies, and jellies to Mr. Putter. The autumnal theme, a deft mix of slapstick and understatement, and a taut but colorful story will attract and satisfy beginning readers. Howard's ink-and-watercolor illustrations, reminiscent of James Stevenson's work, add character and sly humor to this latest Mr. Putter and Tabby adventure. Linda Perkins --This text refers to the Hardcover edition.

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  • Reading level: Ages 4-8
  • Paperback: 44 pages
  • Publisher: Sandpiper (September 15, 1995)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0152002464
  • ISBN-13: 978-0152002466
  • Product Dimensions: 8.5 x 6.1 x 0.2 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 4.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (15 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #25,742 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Charming, sweet and funny children's book, September 22, 1999
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I brought this book to my daughter's Kindergarten class for story time and all of the children were completely enthralled while I read it to them. They particularly loved the way Mr. Putter made a sling shot out of a gift from his brother (poodle boxer shorts). This is a really sweet book, showing people being very nice and considerate, while at the same time it's very funny.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Puts a Smile on Your Face, February 1, 2008
Some books have magic in them. You know the ones. They stay with you long after you've closed the cover. The rhythm of Ryland's words along with Howard's whimsical illustrations will have you "zinging pears" right along with Mr. Putter.

The Mr. Putter series is just about as good as children's writing gets. You can't go wrong with any one of them. But this one is our favorite.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome, April 7, 1999
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The Mr. Putter and Tabby series has got to be the best overall series of books for children, and the adults who have to read the same books to those children over and over and over again. Mr. Putter and Tabby's adventures, especially this one, are a welcome respite to parents entirely bored with Arthur, the Critters and their ilk.
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5.0 out of 5 stars full of love and makes you hungry
"mr. putter and tabby pick the pears" is a wonderful FUN book - and it's a begin to read book! wow- this gammie can't wait till baby gets old enough. Read more
Published 5 months ago by vintage gardens

5.0 out of 5 stars One of the best of a great series
The Mr. Putter and Tabby series is a delightful and whimsical set of tales about an older man and his pet cat. Read more
Published 18 months ago by W. Kuehnast

5.0 out of 5 stars Funniest Book, so far, in the Series!
I agree with all the reviews. The Mr. Putter books are all wonderful beginning-readers, but this one is especially enjoyable. Read more
Published on February 9, 2007 by M. Sarrao

5.0 out of 5 stars Mr. Putter & Tabby books are a TREAT
I use the Mr. Putter & Tabby books for my ESL students. Mr. Putter & Tabby Pick the Pears is their favorite. Read more
Published on January 16, 2007 by Siobhan Jess

5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome book!
Mr. Putter and Tabby are just a delightful reading experience. Pick the pears invokes the fun and creativity sometimes forgotten in today's much more fast paced world. Read more
Published on July 24, 2005 by L. C. MCWILLIAMS

5.0 out of 5 stars Hold This One to Your Heart
Here is a gem in the huggable series about old Mr. Putter and his beloved old feline companion Tabby.

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Published on October 12, 2004 by W. Kaplan

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Series
As an adult I love these stories. They are repetitive and have a rhythm. This is what the kids love about the books. My son loves the part where Mr. Read more
Published on October 17, 2002

5.0 out of 5 stars A Wondeful Autumn Story - Mr. Putter and Tabby Style!
The Mr. Putter and Tabby series are the sort of books that I would have loved to have when I was a beginning reader. Read more
Published on July 29, 2002 by alleah

5.0 out of 5 stars 4year old son and I both adore this book...
I wish we lived next door to Mr. Putter! This is such a nice book. The part where Mr. Putter cuts up an old pair of boxer shorts to get elastic to make a slingshot is just silly... Read more
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