Raj the Bookstore Tiger
A Picture Book by Kathleen T. Pelley
Illustrated by Paige Keiser
Raj is a bookstore cat with the heart of a tiger. But when he runs against a bully—a new bookstore cat named Snowball—Raj starts to doubt his inner tiger. With help from his owner and some wise words from a famous poet, Raj regains his confidence and helps Snowball do the same.
Resources
DOWNLOAD a Story Hour Kit (PDF)
DOWNLOAD an Activity Guide (PDF)
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Charlesbridge Publishing
Hardcover Picture Book ages 4 to 8, 2011 ISBN 978-1580892308
Praise
"Nice nourishment for the blossoming bookworm."
—Kirkus
"The lively, descriptive narrative will provide an entertaining read-aloud...a whimsical title with a positive message."
—Booklist
"Illustrations done in watercolors and colored pencil bring the bookstore and its inhabitants to life. Youngsters will wish they could be part of Felicity's storytime with a marmalade cat in their laps. Raj's self-esteem issues will resonate with youngsters and spark discussions."
—School Library Journal
"Some cats have all the luck. They not only have a nice home and people who give them tuna on demand, they're also mistaken for jungle cats. I've always fancied I resemble a puma. Unfortunately, no one else seems to see it.... After reading this book, I might have to pay more attention to the other books scattered around this place. Maybe I'll find a photo of a puma that looks like me."
—Vince the Cat (aka Puma), Blogger at Read, Write, Repeat
"This is a sweet book that would be perfect for cat lovers, book lovers or children who are hearing messages that make them doubt how special they are."
—Alicia Bayer, The Examiner
Photos
A visit to American School of Bombay—reading RAJ to the students
Visit to Shri Ram Vidya High School—Kandivali, East Mumbai
Here I am sharing RAJ with the students
Same school in East Mumbai
