Mrs. Merriwether's Musical Cat

by Carol Purdy

Book Overview

With a wave of his tail, a stray feline brings beautiful music to Peach Tree Lane, in this delightful story of a kindhearted music teacher, her eager but unskilled pupils, and a special cat named "Beethoven". "Whimsical and upbeat".--"School Library Journal".

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0399225439
• ISBN13: 9780399225437
• Release Date: September 1994
• Publisher: Putnam Publishing Group
• Length: 1 Pages
• Weight: 0.05 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 8.9" x 11.3"
• Age Range: 4 to 8 years
• Grade Range: Preschool to Grade 3

Customer Reviews

Great book for piano students, parents and teachers!

My own piano students have enjoyed reading about Mrs. Merriweather's musical cat. I love how the author portrays the piano teacher in this book. Mrs. Merriwether lives an ordinary life, except on Tuesdays, when she teaches her three piano students. Each student brings his/her own special personality and challenge to the lesson. The pictures are hilarious. When a cat comes into Mrs. Merriweather's studio, somehow the students are playing better, and the crabby neighbor is happier too!The surprise ending will delight cat-lovers as well as music-lovers.If you are a piano teacher, or your child takes piano lessons, this book is a must-read!Happy reading!

Absolutely Charming!

This beautiful book is funny and heart-warming! A delight for children, adults and anyone who has ever taken piano lessons or known a piano teacher (or a cat!). I love it!

A great story for piano teachers and students!

This story makes me laugh out loud every time I read it! As a cat lover and a piano teacher, it speaks to two of my greatest interests. Of course, it is a children's picture book, but it's nice to find one that is fun for adults as well! I also like the way it encourages piano students and keep it in the studio for children who are waiting for their lessons. It is getting very well-worn!