Won Ton: A Cat Tale Told in Haiku (Anniversary Edition)

By Lee Wardlaw

Celebrate the 15th anniversary of this critically acclaimed, award-winning favorite--a shelter cat's unforgettable journey to home, told in irresistible haiku

Marking its 15th anniversary, this award-winning and critically acclaimed picture-book classic returns to captivate a new generation of readers. Told through a sequence of witty, emotionally astute haiku, a shelter cat chronicles his journey from cautious observer to confident companion, capturing the universal longing to belong. A standout upon its original publication, Won Ton earned multiple honors and widespread critical praise, and remains a favorite for classroom read-alouds and poetry units. With humor, heart, and a distinctive voice, this timeless story--paired with expressive, elegant illustrations--offers a fresh and deeply engaging exploration of adoption, identity, and the quiet, transformative power of love.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1636552226
• ISBN13: 9781636552224
• Release Date: March 2027
• Publisher: Red Comet Press
• Length: 40 Pages
• Age Range: 4 to 8 years
• Grade Range: Preschool to Grade 3