About This Book
Jerry Pinkney's Puss in Boots is a beautifully illustrated retelling of the classic French fairy tale by Charles Perrault. It follows a clever cat who, through a series of elaborate deceptions and quick thinking, secures wealth, status, and a royal marriage for his impoverished master. The book is set in 18th-century France, brought to life with Pinkney's signature detailed watercolor, gouache, and colored-pencil artwork. While the story celebrates cunning and resourcefulness, it also offers opportunities to discuss themes of loyalty, friendship, and the nature of honesty. Ideal for children aged 4-11, it's a rich read-aloud experience that will captivate with its visual storytelling and engaging narrative.
A clever cat wins for his master a fortune and the hand of a princess.
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Discussion Prompts
1
What makes Puss in Boots so clever? Can you think of a time you used your cleverness to solve a problem?
2
Puss tells some lies to help his master. Do you think it was okay for him to do that? Why or why not?
3
How does the master change throughout the story? What does he learn from Puss?
4
What was your favorite trick that Puss played? Why?
5
If you had a talking animal companion, what kind of animal would it be and what adventures would you have?
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