Plus, I enjoy seeing animals join together as a family. The illustrations have variety, he loves saying 'pop' when the balloon bursts, enjoys the repetitive elements, likes being able to spot the cat when Angus can't see it, and always settles down happily to this favourite story. This is a beautiful story, eloquently told and greatly enjoyed by all my children. It also analyzes reviews to verify trustworthiness. She asked for books for her to add to the nursery...reading is good for bonding with your child, even as an infant as babies love to hear their parents soothing voice! To get the free app, enter your mobile phone number. Angus and the Cat. Margaret Atwood’s Big Sequel Answers Readers’ Questions. Great story, so glad i found it. item 4 Angus and the Cat Ser. Angus is a small Scottish terrier whose curiosity is often thwarted by the leash around his neck. Angus has so much personality. We got it from the library several times a year and read it over and over. Top subscription boxes – right to your door, © 1996-2021, Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates. Products that contain small parts may pose a choking hazard and should not be used by children under 3. di Marjorie Flack. by Square Fish. Let us know what’s wrong with this preview of, Published First sentence: Each day as Angus grew older he grew longer but not much higher. Angus the Scottie dog spends three days chasing the new cat that has come to live at his house, but when the cat disappears Angus misses his new friend From Caldecott Honor-winning children's author and illustrator Marjorie Flack comes an adventure featuring her beloved Scottish terrier who must learn to get along with a new member of the family in Angus and the Cat. My kids loved the Angus books. There are no discussion topics on this book yet. The illustrations are old-fashioned, but I love that these sweet stories are fun to read, memorable, and without any questionable content. Oh dear, it looks like this one has come to stay. You're listening to a sample of the Audible audio edition. Please try again. Angus is a feisty little terrier who usually gets into trouble outside of his home, but in this adventure he is having trouble in his home. Something went wrong. When my children were little, this was one of their favorite books. Angus the Scottie dog spends three days chasing the new cat that has come to live at his house, but when the cat disappears, Angus misses his new friend "A Trumpet Club Special Edition." Then you can start reading Kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer - no Kindle device required. Reviewed in the United States on February 2, 2016. We decided to try Angus and the Cat and Angus and the Ducks as well. The illustrations are wonderfully memorable with the interchange from the black-and-white spreads to the bizarre, vibrantly glowing ones. I very much enjoyed this second installment, as Angus, the ever curious little Scottish Terrier, finds a new friend has invaded his home. Lisa (not getting friends updates) Vegan, What Happened to Offred? We’d love your help. I think knowing that made me appreciate this book more, and I’m interested in reading the other Angus books. Please try your request again later. I'm so glad these books from the 1930's have been reissued. Poor old dog Angus! These are simple but cute stories with charming illustrations. Unnumbered pages. Angus the Scottish terrier - whose encounter with some territorial anatine rivals is chronicled in the hilarious, "But there was SOMETHING outdoors Angus was very curious about but had NEVER learned about, and that was CATS. "Angus, one year older and a little longer than [in Angus and the Ducks] continues his education in this equally amusing picture book." Recommended to all young dog lovers, and to fans of the impetuous Angus. For example, "Until one day WHAT should Angus find INDOORS lying on the SOFA but a strange little CAT!" Loved it. They are now my four-year-old daughter's favorite stories and we read them several times a week! THe little black dog is painted to catch the imagination. edition (September 30, 1997). : Angus and the Ducks by Marjorie Flack (1997, Trade... 4 - Angus and the Cat Ser. In this book the presence of a new and mysterious cat in his house causes Angus some anxiety at first. Angus’s world is turned upside down when a feline joins the household. Then one day there is a cat lying on the sofa. This book is good for pre-k students who may still have trouble sharing items in the classroom. Delighted with this. Appena le avremo esaminate le pubblicheremo sul nostro sito. Sooo darling! Okay, maybe I snapped: but it's hot here, I've been under a LOT OF PRESSURE lately and postmodern/postcolonial/postpostmo literature just isn't doing it for me anymore. Sweet story about friendship. Mostly for the illustrations, which were beautiful. I feel like lying under my blankie and sucking my thumb. The Little House 75th Anniversary Edition, Henny Penny (Folk Tale Classics) (Paul Galdone Classics), “Angus, one year older and a little longer than [in, Marjorie Flack was an award-winning author and illustrator of children's books. We found this used at Eagle Harbor Books in Bainbridge and would now like to find more Marjorie Flack books. He loved it so much he could recite the entire book from memory within days. Her many books include. The whole Angus series is a must-own. Angus and the Cat. A little black Scottish terrier called Angus is curious about cats but has never had the chance to satisfy his curiosity as they're so hard to get close to. We enjoyed Angus very much. Talk about them. From the author of The Story About Ping. In some cases, it makes sense for emphasis, but 2, 3, or sometimes even 4 uses of it in one sentence is just silly. Angus the Scottie dog spends three days chasing the new cat that has come to live at his … Vintage Scholastic paperback book copy of Angus and the Cat by Marjorie Flack. Angus and the Cat continues the process whereby its eager young canine hero learns more about the world, and how to interact with it, and can be read either as a simple animal story, or as a tale with significance for children who have mixed feelings about a new sibling. Recommended to Lisa (not getting friends updates) by: I read the inside covers first and was gratified to see that there was a real Angus, the family pet of the author-illustrator. It's up to parents and grandparents to show the children that, just because the books seems old fashioned, the stories they tell were valid when they were written, valid before they were written, and will be valid for all time. We liked the great 1930's illustrations and the gentle story of a dog getting to know and like the new cat who has suddenly appeared in his house. They are now my four-year-old daughter's favorite stories and we read them several times a week, Reviewed in the United States on August 22, 2014. So when I saw Angus and the Cat by Marjorie Flack at the library to read to Harriet, I was also thinking about my teacher's dog. My 18 month old adores this book. Angus is a curious little dog who is getting into trouble whenever his leash doesn't prevent him. We talked... Angus the terrier has to share his home with a new cat who eats Angus's food and sits in his favorite places. I like this style of art where there is a limited color pallet. So I did. 1,185 likes. We liked the great 1930's illustrations and the gentle story of a dog getting to know and like the new cat who has suddenly appeared in his house. They are still very little and kittenish and get confused about which house they live in. Scottie dogs grow that way. I found several at the library. After a bit of swiping, chasing and hide and seek the cat goes off to get some peace and Angus discovers he actually misses his new friend. I keep having to shoo them out of our kitchen. Paperback – Picture Book, September 30, 1997, Square Fish; SUNBURST ed. The leash was TOO short.". So when I saw. How will they ever get along? My three-year-old son loved. Find all the books, read about the author, and more. Great message here and could even be used in families with a "new baby" situation. His elder brother went through a period of several months around age 18-24 months when he insisted on this story every single bedtime. This one was funny than Angus and the Ducks. We originally read Angus Lost with my 3 year old son. : Angus and the Ducks by Marjorie Flack (1997, Trade... $7.53 Free shipping Angus,thougs and full-frontal Snogging ISBN：9780060288143 Angus: My mixed-breed cat, half domestic tabby, half Scottish wildcat. Thirty-four years after the publication of her dystopian classic, The Handmaid's Tale, Atwood returns to continue the story of Offred. Angus The Cat - Home | Facebook Angus The Cat. There was a problem loading your book clubs. They were best friends. Angus and the Cat Cat on a cold garage roof. I always liked them, especially the illustrations. cat and dog lovers and those who enjoy older picture books. Flack, Marjorie, Flack, Marjorie, ill., Published by A Sunburst Book from Farrar, Straus and Giroux/ (1997) ISBN 10: 0374403821 ISBN 13: 9780374403829 From Caldecott Honor-winning children’s author and illustrator Marjorie Flack comes an adventure featuring her beloved Scottish terrier who must learn to get along with a new member of the family in Angus and the Cat. Inscription to front free … Full content visible, double tap to read brief content. What people are saying - Write a review. But, after learning more about the cat and feeling more secure in his home, Angus finds that the cat can be a good companion after all. We have an adorable Scottie dog. Read it to your Scottie User Review - mngirl54 - Overstock.com. I grew up with the Angus books. New York: Scholastic Book Services (Scholastic Magazines, Inc.), 1951. He may love these two books even more than Angus Lost. There was an error retrieving your Wish Lists. In some cases, it makes sense for emphasis, but 2, 3, or sometimes even 4 uses of it in one sentence is just silly. Now as Angus grew older and longer he learned MANY THINGS. They're short enough that reading three at bedtime isn't a problem, and entertaining enough that even my husband will sit down to listen while we read. ...And hopefully soon to be a favorite of my cousin's daughter Scarlett due the end of May! This is an oldie but def goodie! Angus is having to share his space with a cat of all things. How will they ever get along? Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 6, 2016. Goodreads helps you keep track of books you want to read. Highly recommend. Angus and the Cat by Dust jacket missing. From Caldecott Honor-winning children’s author and illustrator Marjorie Flack comes an adventure featuring her beloved Scottish terrier who must learn to get along with a new member of the family in Angus Please try again. Angus and the ducks and Angus lost. To calculate the overall star rating and percentage breakdown by star, we don’t use a simple average. Still, we read the story 3 times straight through, so it's a winner for us. How will they ever get along? Angus the Scottie dog spends three days chasing the new cat that has come to live at his house, but when the cat disappears, Angus misses his new friend. vintage Children's book Angus and the Cat by Marjorie Flack Larsen Junior Books DoubleDay Edition VintageAnthologies $ 75.00 FREE shipping Disclaimer: As with all children's products, adult supervision is required. As I re-read the story to myself, I could hear my mom's voice expressions in my memory of her. Hai inviato la seguente valutazione e recensione. Marjorie Flack. Angus and the Cat (Book 2) Grazie per la condivisione! Fast forward a quarter of a century and I am now reading it over and over to our almost-three-year-old grandson. After viewing product detail pages, look here to find an easy way to navigate back to pages you are interested in. everyone, especially anyone with a child nearby. Every time he turns around the CAT is in his spot, eating his food, and doing things he’s not allowed to do. Something came over me last night at the library, and I wanted to read a bunch of picture books in which cats & dogs are friends. Another funny Angus story. She’s eating his food, napping in his favorite sun-filled places, and jumping out of reach whenever he chases her. Reading about him is a joy. From Caldecott Honor-winning children’s author and illustrator Marjorie Flack comes an adventure featuring her beloved Scottish terrier who must learn to get along with a new member of the family in Angus and the Cat. Angus is having a tough time getting used to the new pet in his home. Reviewed in the United States on December 9, 2018. Reviewed in the United States on April 8, 2017. A little black Scottish terrier called Angus is curious about cats but has never had the chance to satisfy his curiosity as they're so hard to get close to. Just a moment while we sign you in to your Goodreads account. So expressive. I bought the Angus books on a whim because I remembered reading and enjoying Marjorie Flack's "Ping" as a child. They are all heartwarming stories about a curious Scottie dog. Instead, our system considers things like how recent a review is and if the reviewer bought the item on Amazon. The story is so true for us: the Scottie and the cat chase each other all the time, but then miss the other pitifully when one goes missing. It came fast too and as an animal lover with a Scotty dog (Ebony), a Westi (Ivory lol), and a black and white cat named Boots I thought it would be fitting...and she immediately loved it! In the end it teaches him about sharing. Scottish terriers always make me think of my teacher for fifth and sixth grade. Ages 4 to 8. One day Angus has his wish granted and finds one in his house. Angus’s world is turned upside down when a feline joins the household. For example, "Until one day WHAT should Angus find. In this second book of the series, Angus is jealous of the cat at first and a little put out that he's not the "only child" any more. Each new adventure move him to a greater understanding of how things work. This is truly a delightful story for those who love pets. At first, he is not so sure he likes the cat (especially when she sits around bathing herself in HIS favorite sun patch!) but when he can't find her one day, he realizes that perhaps she had made herself right at home in his heart. Where is that cat? Refresh and try again. Be the first to ask a question about Angus and the Cat. Same style of illustrations as her other books, which I liked. Peace and quiet resumes when the cat disappears, but Angus finds himself missing his new friend. Unable to add item to List. How will Angus respond? The cat steals food from his dish, lies in his own spot of sunshine, and teases him by jumping up too high. I love the use (and opposing lack) of color in this book. This is a great story for children who are soon to have a new brother or sister. My soon to be grandaughter will love this just like I did as a young child when my mom read it to me. We need to go back to tolerance, gentleness, and understanding, if just for the time it takes to read these short books. How fascinating! Your recently viewed items and featured recommendations, Select the department you want to search in. Kids just love listening to the rise and fall of your voice as you read the way Flack wrote. I have to wonder whether I had any of these books read to me when I was young, but I don’t think so, even though they were around by the time I was born. And because the color palette is bizarre, in a good way. But Angus is so fun and lovable; somehow he was able to surpass my semi-anti-animal-story-ness. There' too much violence in a lot of the contemporary children's books. Angus would chase Mickey down the hall, and when they reached the far end, they would reverse and Mickey would chase Angus. Mrs. Sullivan had a scotty dog whom she doted on and bragged about. Angus doesn’t appreciate the new member of the family - the CAT. Angus exceeds these expectations. When I was little I had a Scotch terrier named Angus and a marmalade tom cat named Mickey Mouser [Shut up! Brief content visible, double tap to read full content. We found this used at Eagle Harbor Books in Bainbridge and would now like to find more Marjorie Flack books. Angus chases the cat UP-THE-STAIRS and soon finds himself ALL-ALONE. Reviewed in the United States on February 18, 2017. Angus's world is turned upside down when a feline joins the household. We call Scotties "Angus dogs" more often than not around here. Our next door neighbours have two new cats and Angus loves them. Help others learn more about this product by uploading a video! Angus is always chasing the cat, but one day the cat disappears. Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 28, 2003. He has to learn new tricks when a cat suddenly comes to live in HIS house! I'm worried that one day I … The way Angus and the cat were drawn was very emotive and realistic. For all those who love We will love reading this sweet story to our grandson, and it won't matter at all that it's an "old" book. I can still almost see him moving across the page. But when he chases her upstairs it seems she disappears. Welcome back. I love the illustrations (1930s) and the sweet story about Angus the dog and his new housemate, the cat! From Caldecott Honor-winning children's author and illustrator Marjorie Flack comes an adventure featuring her beloved Scottish terrier who must learn to get along with a new member of the family in Angus and the Cat. Fabulous! I love Angus ... and I don't usually care for animal stories. Please try again. Then one day he finds a small cat inside the house. Shelf and handling wear to cover and binding, with general signs of previous use. Unrestrained by the leash he tries to get closer but the cat always jumps up and out of reach. The size of a small Labrador... Angus thougs and … One day Angus has his wish granted and finds one in his house. Oh dear, it looks like this one has come to stay. Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 19, 2019. Reviewed in the United States on July 6, 2002. I love the art work in this book. I was four]. Bring your club to Amazon Book Clubs, start a new book club and invite your friends to join, or find a club that’s right for you for free. Although almost 90 years old, this little book is just as wonderful today as when it was first published. We had a Scottie named Festus when the kids were little and currently have Scout, a female Scottie. Reviewed in the United States on March 7, 2017. But he hasn't learned about cats. To see what your friends thought of this book, Dog and cat lovers and those who enjoy vintage children's books. Reviewed in the United States on October 31, 2013. Start by marking “Angus and the Cat” as Want to Read: Error rating book. Angus has a kid's eye view of the world. I won't review "Angus and the Ducks" and "Angus Lost" separately; I've said it all here. Scotties definitely have personality and the author captures the personality of a scottie in her books - spot on. I'm ordering a new copy because ours is so ragged - it first belonged to my brother back in 1974 and it was his favourite book too. Please, read this and the other two "Angus" books to your children. He is not happy about this, but he eventually finds common ground with his new roommate. Angus's world is turned upside down when a feline joins the household. Scholastic TW 4493. One thing that irritated me a bit was the apparently random use of all caps. I would say these are great books for any child between 2.5-4. Enter your mobile number or email address below and we'll send you a link to download the free Kindle App. My kids really liked it. My favorite scene shows Angus staring out a window, and in the background is shown a panorama of the neighborhood, and the ducks from the previous book are shown. Angus the terrier has to share his home with a new cat who eats Angus's food and sits in his favorite places. Many children may find them old fashioned, the illustrations aren't the bright crayon colors so popular today, but the stories still hold after all these years. Brought tears and laughter to me. 8-1/8 x 6 inches, 16 cm. The thought provoking finale is so good for helping to understand language that I recommend this for all children. Cats and dogs are awesome! We purchsed this book because we have a) a black Scottie; b) a black and white cat; and c) a wonderful little grandson who will love the story, too. Angus, the little Scottie dog, has learned many things. 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