Here Comes the Tooth Fairy Cat

When Cat loses a tooth, the Tooth Fairy delivers a wholly unwanted sidekick: a mouse. Together, Cat and Mouse are tasked with running a few Tooth Fairy-related errands—which poses a challenge, since Mouse is just as competitive, mischievous, and hilariously self-involved as Cat. The stakes rise and so does the deadpan humor, culminating in a satisfying surprise that will leave readers eager for yet another delightfully devious Cat adventure.

Little readers with a wiggly tooth will fall in love with Cat, who is disappointed when the Tooth Fairy leaves him a coin. Cat really wants to meet the Tooth Fairy, so he tries to trick her by placing a tooth of a comb under his pillow. However, Cat’s plan doesn’t turn out as he hoped.

The story is told by an unseen narrator. Instead of Cat explaining his thoughts, the narrator reveals Cat’s emotions through her words. At first, the unique narration style is a little odd, but readers will soon be so engaged in Cat’s conflict that the narrator falls into the background. Since Cat doesn’t talk, he uses signs to explain his ideas and Cat’s facial expressions make his feelings clear.

Here Comes the Tooth Fairy Cat uses a simple but effective format. Each two-page spread has a picture of Cat (and eventually Mouse too) on one side. The other side has one to three short, simple sentences in oversized text. A few pages also tell the story with no words at all. The simple format allows Cat’s emotions –devious, doubtful, and delighted – to shine, and his varying emotions are one of the best aspects of the story. 

Any child who’s curious about the Tooth Fairy will be delighted by Here Comes the Tooth Fairy Cat. The creative story highlights the importance of working together. The conclusion holds a suspenseful surprise that will leave readers giggling. While Here Comes the Tooth Fairy Cat is longer than most picture books, the fast-paced story will engage wiggly readers and have them wishing for a tooth to put under their pillow. Readers about to lose a tooth should grab a pillow, a blanket, and a copy of these books as well: Tooth Fairy’s Night by Candice Ransom and Bear’s Loose Tooth by Karma Wilson.

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