Elephant
Kitten by Margaret Evans, illustrated by Sophie Norsa (Little Steps Publishing)
PB RRP $16.95
ISBN: 9781925117394
Reviewed
by Anne Hamilton
Towser the
kitten is a gift to Toby, a tow-headed boy who wanted an elephant. When Toby
goes to answer the door, Towser escapes the family room and goes exploring. His
adventures take him from room to room while he reflects on what he’d do if he
really was an elephant. Finally he comes face to face with a kitten which
mimics his every move. Perhaps it’s fortunate he’s not an elephant or there’d
be a lot of broken mirror around!
The easy, fluid
style of the illustrations generally complements the text beautifully. However
one or two have busy, muddy backgrounds that (at least in print) detract from,
rather than enhance, the story.
The story is based on a real-life experience when the author’s kitten
was spooked by his own reflection. The fun, imaginative elements are based on
her father’s interpretation of the kitten’s elephant-like heart and soul.
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