Only the Cat Saw

Ashley Wolff, Ariane. Walker & Company, $6.95 (32pp) ISBN 978-0-8027-7488-0

Pictures show the natural wonders that go unnoticed by a busy young family--except by their observant cat. Ages 5-8. (Sept.)

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