Won Ton and Chopstick, A Cat and Dog Tale Told in Haiku

Reviewed by: Patricia Temple - Long Island Community Library, Long Island, Southern Maine Library District

Review Date: September 11, 2015

Review

This Cat vs. Puppy tale told in Haiku is the second book by this author/illustrator team featuring Won Ton the cat. In this volume, the family, particularly Won Ton's boy, adopts an adorable puppy which results in Won Ton's daily routine being shattered. The usual dog vs. cat conflicts are explored in short bursts of creative senryu poems. Most of the poems wouldn't stand alone, but together they form a satisfying story of change, adjustment and friendship. The quality of the artwork is superb and integral to the story, providing meaning to many of the poems. The illustrations also give the characters personality and enhances the emotion of the story.This would be useful for families welcoming a new baby or pet, or in a classroom as part of a poetry lesson.

Overall Book Score: good