
In this charming Caldecott Honor book, a cat, a dog, and a mouse, who usually live as adversaries under the roof of a kind cobbler, find common ground when their home is disrupted by the arrival of the cobbler's demanding sister and her incessantly chattering parrot. Forced to cooperate to rid their house of these unwelcome guests, the animals learn the true meaning of teamwork and friendship. This amusing story, full of wisdom, is perfect for children aged 4-11, offering gentle lessons on conflict resolution, cooperation, and finding allies in unexpected places.
A cat, a dog, and a mouse live together as enemies with a philosophical cobbler, but they become friends when they work together to rid their home of the cobbler's fussy sister and her silly talking parrot.