About This Book
Elisha Cooper's 'Yes & No' is a gentle, reflective chapter book that chronicles a day in the life of a cat and a puppy. Through simple, relatable scenarios, the animal friends encounter moments of joy, frustration, and quiet companionship. The narrative subtly explores how different perspectives can shape an experience and highlights the enduring comfort of friendship and sibling-like bonds. It's a perfect read-aloud for younger children and a thoughtful independent read for early elementary students, offering opportunities to discuss feelings and the value of togetherness.
From Caldecott Honor author/illustrator Elisha Cooper comes Yes & No, a timeless tale of friendship, adjusting your perspective, and the joys (and trials) of siblinghood. Good morning, good morning. It's time to wake up! Join a cat and puppy pair through their day—the ups of being fed and romping through grass, and the downs of days that are too short and things that don't go as planned—as they realize that sometimes the very best thing that can happen is just being together.
Discussion Prompts
1
What made the cat say 'no' and the puppy say 'yes' in different parts of the story? How did their feelings change?
2
Can you think of a time when something didn't go as you planned, but then something good happened because of it?
3
What are some things you love to do with your friends or siblings? How do you make each other feel better when you're sad or frustrated?
4
How do the pictures help tell the story of the cat and puppy's day?
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