8/22/13 ** Another picture book that worked well as part of a mini-lesson for character traits. Much to my surprise, the students preferred to name traits for the "thug" cat, rather than Romeow or Drooliet.
I was introduced to this book through www.storylineonline.com
Purists who prefer not to change traditional tales for the "delicate sensibilities" of children will be disturbed to see that everyone lives happily ever after.