Mr. Putter & Tabby See the Stars

An old man with a grumbling tummy from twenty-one pineapple jelly rolls can't sleep, so he and his cat take a midnight stroll to look at the stars — and find they're not the only ones awake.

For the kid who begs for one more bedtime snack and then can't settle down, this is the story that turns a sleepless night into something cozy instead of stressful.

• Big idea: Sometimes the cure for a restless night is just good company and a little fresh air.
• Vibes: Gentle, unhurried, and warmly funny — a quiet nighttime wander rather than an adventure.

• enjoy low-key, comforting stories about everyday friends
• like to talk about what happens when you eat too much
• respond well to a calm, slow-paced bedtime read
• are working on noticing the world at nighttime

• Story recall: What happened after Mr. Putter ate twenty-one pineapple jelly rolls?
• Real-life connection: Have you ever eaten so much that your tummy felt grumbly?
• Imagination: What do you think Mr. Putter and Tabby saw when they looked up at the stars?
• Feelings & empathy: How do you think Mr. Putter felt when he couldn't fall asleep?
• Prediction: Who do you think else might still be awake in the neighborhood?