Applet, K. (2008). The underneath. NY: Simon and Schuster.
A mother calico cat and her two silver kittens Sabine and Puck along with Ranger a bloodhound, try to make the best of life in the Piney Woods forest. Gar-Face, Ranger's cruel owner makes their lives very difficult. Eventually, they are reunited with the help of a 1,000 year old snake who freed Ranger from his chain in the name of love.
Applet's plot allows the reader to have sympathy for Ranger and the two kittens. Despite their most difficult challenges, they are able to overcome them. Applet does an excellent job with the characters in the story because they help the reader understand the plot as it unfolds. After experiencing the loss of his mother, Pucks determination eventually frees them all. Great story to use when teaching the purpose of working towards something even when it seems impossible. This book is a Newberry Honor Book and you can view the book trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eZ4Ds1Yub3Q
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