Taiko on a Windy Night

by Sally Derby

Join this prowling cat as he explores his neighborhood at night. "The wind cried adventure, the moon shone mystery." "Come back soon," the girl calls as Taiko rushes over the fence and down the sidewalk. His eyes shine with excitement. His ears twitch with anticipation. New smells. New experiences. He hears the girl calling him to come back. Not yet. It's too soon. He ambles along after an old raccoon, when suddenly he's stopped by a growling dog...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 080506401X
• ISBN13: 9780805064018
• Release Date: May 2001
• Publisher: Henry Holt & Company
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 0.15 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 9.3" x 8.3"
• Age Range: 3 to 7 years
• Grade Range: Preschool to Grade 2

Customer Reviews

pretty good, but rate it PG?

This book answers the child's question, "Where does kitty go when we let him out at night?" The book is illustrated wonderfully in dark colors, and the text is appropriate to those illustrations.My only concern is that the book might be a little scary for younger readers or listeners. Taiko, the cat, goes on some rather realistic adventures, including staring down a strange dog and dodging a car on the street. You won't want a young child worrying excessively about the family pet, so be sure and read over it yourself beforehand. It's a great read for the right audience otherwise.