M is for Meow: A Cat Alphabet

One of numerous themed alphabet-books put out by the publisher Sleeping Bear Press, M Is for Meow is a celebration of all things feline, with a dual narrative meant to appeal to both younger and older children. Each letter in the alphabet is accompanied by a simple rhyme in the center of the page (or two-page spread, as the case may be), as well as by a side-panel containing more detailed, factual information about whatever term is being presented: "G is for Grooming," "W is for Whiskers," and so on.

As a confirmed cat-lover, I fully expected to appreciate M Is for Meow more than I did. Of course, I did find the side panels very informative, discovering some things - like the fact that each cat's nose forms a unique pattern, much like show more human fingerprints - that were new to me. The illustrations, done by Robert Papp, were simply adorable! But the rhymes themselves were rather lackluster, and the organization of the factual information (as interesting as it was) felt rather random to me. I honestly don't see this one working very well, as an alphabet book, and think it has some flaws, as an informational book. Still, children who are getting a pet cat for the first time might appreciate the information, despite its organizational issues, and it is primarily to them, and to cat-lovers, that I would recommend the book. show less

A great alphabet book for cat lovers. Very unique illustrations that are realistic and brightly colored. It has the facts on the pages about cats that allow for more learning if desired.

The informational text is too long for me, and of course I know most of it already as I'm half a century older than the target audience. The verses, for the even younger children, didn't wow me. The art is beautiful.

Skimmed Feb. 2022

it's alphabets book for kids to know more about cats and their breeds.
Ages:5-7
resources: pierce county library