Bøger af Cynthia Rylant

Mr. Putter and his fine cat, Tabby, like sharing music with their neighbors Mrs. Teaberry and her good dog, Zeke. But when Mrs. Teaberry decides they should join a band, Mr. Putter isn't so sure. He doesn't even play an instrument--in fact, neither does Mrs. Teaberry. But they aren't going to let that stop them!

Mrs Teaberry has persuaded Mr Putter to sign up for the seniors' marathon. First prize is golf clubs, but second prize is... a train set. Mr Putter really wants that train set. Never mind that he can't even touch his toes. Somehow, he has got to find a way to place second...

Will Mr. Putter and Tabby ever get to sleep?

Mr. Putter is tied up in knots!

Describes the autumn activities and traditions that November's cooling temperatures bring.

Features lyrical descriptions of the sights and feelings evoked by falling snow that blend with the rich and beautiful illustrations, in which a young girl, her friend, and her grandmother enjoy the many things a snowy day has to offer.

Mr Putter loves toys. He's old and he knows he shouldn't love them anymore. But he does. His fine cat, Tabby, however, does not. She's especially bothered by toys that fly. So when Mr Putter brings home a little toy biplane that's supposed to really fly, he and Tabby are in for quite an adventure.

When Kona, a Labrador retriever, meets Stumpy, a squirrel in Gooseberry Park, they're best friends at first sight. But after Stumpy's babies are born, disaster strikes in the form of a violent ice storm. Kona is not a fair-weather friend; he's worried sick. How will Stumpy and her babies survive?

Originally published: New York: Blue Sky Press, 1997.

Originally published: New York: Blue Sky Press, 1997.

Newbery Medalist Cynthia Rylant brings the peaceful sounds, sights, and characters of the coast vividly to life with all eight adventures in the Lighthouse Family series, now available together in a beautiful boxed set.This boxed set, containing all eight books in the beloved Lighthouse Family series, is the perfect introduction to Seabold the dog, Pandora the cat, and their three adopted mouse children. The family makes new friends, helps neighbors in need, and enjoys the passing of the seasons in their cozy lighthouse home by the sea. This collection includes: The Storm The Whale The Eagle The Turtle The Octopus The Otter The Sea Lion The Bear

The first in a brand-new series from the creators of "Gooseberry Park" and the Mr. Putter and Tabby books featuring a busy little mouse starring in a sweet and funny trio of stories. Full color.

Mr. Putter and his beloved cat bake a light and airy Christmas cake for their neighbor Mrs. Teaberry. ?Howard's relaxed, mixed-media pictures catch the nuances of the cozy, affectionate relationship between an old man and a cat with all the right moves.?--Booklist

Cynthia Rylant's lyrical descriptions of the sights and feelings evoked by falling snow blend gorgeously with the rich and beautiful world created by Lauren Stringer's illustrations, in which a young girl, her friend, and her grandmother enjoy the many things a snowy day has to offer.

But when the snow is deep outside and there's nothing to do inside, even a cozy winter day can be a little slow. Not for long! When Mrs. Teaberry and her good dog, Zeke, pull two sleds out of the garage, the four friends head for the sledding slope for the wildest ride ever. Maybe winter is not so slow after all!

an amazing year Ellie Farley''s father, Okey, drinks too much, mostly because he hasn''t been able to work since he was injured in a mining accident. He hasn''t been able to hunt, either, so it''s strange when he brings home a hunting dog, a beagle named Bullet. But Bullet is only the first odd thing that happens to Ellie the year she''s eleven. She sees a favorite uncle go off to war; a boy in her class has a fit in the middle of geography and another is accidentally killed while target shooting; and Okey drives his Chevy pickup off the mountain, with near-tragic consequences. But still Ellie manages the ordinary pleasures of making a best friend and getting kissed for the first time -- it''s no wonder she confides to Bullet on her twelfth birthday, "Some year."

humour and warmth make this Halloween picture book a guide both to the holiday and to finding readers' own bravery.

Mr. Putter wants Mrs. Teaberry's birthday to be extra special this year. So how about a trip to the Conservatory to see the beautiful trees and plants and flowers? It will be heavenly. And it is Mr. Putter and Tabby and Mrs. Teaberry and Zeke sniff the air. They smell the roses. It's the perfect celebration ... until Zeke finds the banana tree.

Mr Putter and his fine cat, Tabby, love to take naps - too many naps. What they need is a sport! Luckily Mrs Teaberry and her good dog, Zeke, know of a baseball team they can join. It's not long before Mr Putter is ready to play ball, but will his creaky knees cooperate? And can Zeke avoid wreaking havoc on the field?

Mr Putter knows what he likes, and dancing is not on the list. But his neighbour Mrs Teaberry has been watching ballroom dancing on TV! She talks the reluctant Mr Putter into coming along for an evening at the Crystal Ballroom, along with fine cat Tabby and good dog Zeke, of course. The ballroom is full of sparkles - and surprises. What a wonder.

Old Mr Putter has much to do. In the morning he eats his muffin. Then he works in his garden until teatime, when he enjoys his cup of tea. The problem is, Mr Putter is lonely. What Mr Putter needs is a friend - and he finds one at the animal shelter. Now Mr. Putter has Tabby, the old yellow cat, who purrs while Mr Putter tells his stories.

Mr Putter and his fine cat, Tabby, live next door to Mrs Teaberry and her little lollypup, Zeke. They think Zeke is a dream dog. So when Mrs Teaberry hurts her foot and can't walk him for a week, Mr Putter and Tabby volunteer. They soon discover that Zeke isn't a dream dog after all. He might even be... a nightmare.

So when Mr. Putter sees a sign at the library that says "Read Aloud with Your Pet at Story Time," he signs up! But then Mr. Putter's friend and neighbour, Mrs. Teaberry, wants to join. If Mrs. Teaberry brings her good dog, Zeke, to the library, who knows what will happen? With Zeke up to his usual tricks, story time might get too exciting!

Mr Putter can't imagine why anyone would need to know one hundred ways to cook beans. His neighbour Mrs Teaberry can, and she says a cooking class will be something new and fun for them to do. Mr Putter isn't so sure - he'd much rather think about an ice cream soda than all those beans. But Mrs Teaberry has a way of talking him into things.

Mr Putter and Tabby love going to the fish store. Mr Putter loves it because he has always liked fish. Tabby loves it because fish make her whiskers tingle and her tail twitch. So, one day Mr Putter and Tabby decide to bring three fish home. And that's when they discover Tabby has a fish problem.

Mr Putter and his fine cat, Tabby, are going for a train ride with their neighbours, Mrs Teaberry and her good dog, Zeke. They've planned the perfect afternoon trip. But when they get to the station, they're in for a big surprise: No pets are allowed on the train! It looks like the trip is off, until Mr Putter comes up with a clever idea.

This lovely book illuminates all the possibilities a day offersthe opportunities and chances that won't ever come againand also delivers a gentle message of good stewardship of our planet. Newbery Medal winner Cynthia Rylant's poetic text, alongside Nikki McClure's stunning, meticulously crafted cut-paper art, makes this book not only timeless but appealing to all ages, from one to one hundred.

Mr Putter and Tabby are hot as there seems to be no escape from the weather, but then Mr Putter decides a trip to the lake might be quite refreshing. He invites his neighbour Mrs Teaberry and her dog Zeke. They have a great time rowing to a shady spot and picnicking. But after a walk back home, they are just as hot as before.