Publisher's Synopsis
Following on from his popular first reader, Patter-Paws the Fox, Masters presents us with twelve more stories for school-age readers. This time his exuberant tales are related more closely to the modern, urban experience of city dwellers. We are introduced to many new and delightful characters, both animal and human, such as Rory the guide dog and his master Scotty, Trevor the puzzled postman, Wriggly-Caterpillar, and Fudge-fed Bee. Once again, the narratives are complemented by the inspiring illustrations of Brian Gold.
As with his earlier book, the author has taken great care in crafting structure and style, with the intention of building self-confidence for children when they read. The stories are ranked according to certain principles, and the visual elements of the text has been carefully considered.
(Ages 4 to 7 Years)
C O N T E N T S
Burrowing Worm and Spindly Spider
Terry the Terrier and Bluster the Blackbird
Squirrel-Flick-Tail and the May Day Fair
Ursula's Accident
Trumpets of Happiness
Robin Red-Breast and Labrador Floppy-Ears
Wriggly Caterpillar and Shiny Beetle
Grey-Wing Pigeon and Ginger the Guinea-Pig
Worrying Wasp, Mother Swan, and Lucky Canoeists
How Rory Came to Play with Flotsam
The Puzzled Postman, the Colored Balloons, and the White Butterfly
Mrs. Mark's Groceries and the Fudge-Fed Bee
