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Mr. Putter & Tabby Run the Race Paperback – Illustrated, January 18, 2010

by Cynthia Rylant (Author), Arthur Howard (Illustrator)
4.9 4.9 out of 5 stars 116 ratings
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Mrs. Teaberry has persuaded Mr. Putter to sign up for the seniors' marathon. First prize is golf clubs, but second prize is . . . a train set! Mr. Putter reallywants that train set. Never mind that he can't even touch his toes. Somehow, he has got to find a way to place second. . . .
 
 

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  1. Reading age
    6 - 9 years
  2. Part of series
    Mr. Putter & Tabby
  3. Print length
    44 pages
  4. Language
    English
  5. Grade level
    1 - 4
  6. Lexile measure
    540L
  7. Dimensions
    6.25 x 0.17 x 8.75 inches
  8. Publisher
    Clarion Books
  9. Publication date
    January 18, 2010
  10. ISBN-10
    0547248245
  11. ISBN-13
    978-0547248240
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"One April, Mrs. Teaberry talks her friend into taking part in a marathon for seniors. Mr. Putter says he has "not run anywhere in thirty years" and has forgotten how but he decides to give it a shot since one of the prizes is a train set. He trains a little and has tea with Tabby a lot. On race day he is intimidated by how fit the other racers are and he soon falls to the back of the pack. Tabby and Mrs. Teaberry's dog, Zeke, watch from the top of a car. Unable to stay still, Zeke jumps down and joins the runners, creating chaos and some unexpected results as well. Gently humorous and with underlying messages of friendship and sharing, this is a good addition to the series. The pen-and-ink and watercolor illustrations are expressive and enliven the text."--School Library Journal —

About the Author

Cynthia Rylant is a Newbery medalist and the author of many acclaimed books for young people. She's well known for her popular characters for early readers, including Mr. Putter & Tabby and Henry & Mudge. She lives in the Pacific Northwest. cynthiarylant.com



Arthur Howard created the lively illustrations for all of the Mr. Putter & Tabby books and has written and illustrated several picture books of his own. He lives in New York City.
 

Product details

  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Clarion Books; First Edition (January 18, 2010)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 44 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0547248245
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0547248240
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 6 - 9 years
  • Lexile measure ‏ : ‎ 540L
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ 1 - 4
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 4.2 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6.25 x 0.17 x 8.75 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.9 4.9 out of 5 stars 116 ratings

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Cynthia Rylant is the author of numerous distinguished novels and picture books for young readers. In addition to her beginning-reader series: Henry and Mudge, Poppleton, and Mr. Putter and Tabby, as well as her Cobble Street Cousins early-chapter series, she is also the author of the Newbery Medal-winning Missing May, the Newbery Honor Book A Fine White Dust, and two Caldecott Honor-winning picture books.

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4.9 out of 5 stars
4.9 out of 5
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Sweet reads for young readers!
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Sweet reads for young readers!
My 5 year old fell in love with Mr. Putter books, so we bought a handful more for her. Sweet little books for young readers! They even have "chapters", which I find as a nice addition for young readers!
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Lauren
5.0 out of 5 stars Fun!
Reviewed in the United States on March 2, 2024
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Never too old to participate in fun! Especially when motivated by a kind neighbor! My toddlers loved this book and so did I :)
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N. Leon
5.0 out of 5 stars All Hail, Mr. Putter and Tabby
Reviewed in the United States on January 14, 2021
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I think we may have them all, every book. I love them, and all five grandkids have gone through stages of loving them. There is something about Mr Putter, an old man whose knees are creaky, and his old cat Tabby who loves him so, that each child has adored. Whether it is running a race, painting the porch, or baking a cake, kids will respond with delight and affection to his projects. I’ve given these as gifts, and now there are even more grandchildren who will join Grandma on the couch for the zany adventures of Mr. Putter and Tabby.
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Chris T.
5.0 out of 5 stars Wish these were around when I was younger ;)
Reviewed in the United States on March 26, 2013
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Mr. Putter and Tabby books bring so many laugh-out-loud moments, but with this particular story I'm tickled the most when Mr. Putter is "training" for the Senior Marathon and resorts to only "touching his knees" because he can no longer touch his toes... And then on race day, sees all of these other seniors touching their toes...and his only thought is "Uh-Oh".

My daughter and I stumbled upon "Mr. Putter and Tabby Take the Train" at the library and have been hooked on the series ever since...

The books have wonderful, come-to-life stories with fascinating artwork that makes the book so complete you feel as if you really know Mr. Putter, Mrs. Teaberry and their adorable pets, Tabby and Zeke.

I love that my six-year-old treasures this series of books so intently - especially since she can't really relate to the two main characters! The vocabulary is simple yet encouraging...excellent for a young reader! ...with stories that are always fun for the adults in the family :)
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5.0 out of 5 stars Why We Love the Mr. Putter books
Reviewed in the United States on September 20, 2013
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We just discovered the Mr. Putter books about a month ago. Since we are grandparents who take care of our grandchildren over 40 hours a week, we do a lot of reading. Reading about Mr. Putter doing his exercises so reminds us of our difficulties doing our exercises. We always get a good laugh out of these books and so do the grandkids. These books are delightful and also help kids identify with older folks. We look forward to library day and checking out new ones.
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Amy C. O'Neil
5.0 out of 5 stars Sweet reads for young readers!
Reviewed in the United States on November 17, 2018
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My 5 year old fell in love with Mr. Putter books, so we bought a handful more for her. Sweet little books for young readers! They even have "chapters", which I find as a nice addition for young readers!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Sweet reads for young readers!
Reviewed in the United States on November 17, 2018
My 5 year old fell in love with Mr. Putter books, so we bought a handful more for her. Sweet little books for young readers! They even have "chapters", which I find as a nice addition for young readers!
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Dad with a young daughter
5.0 out of 5 stars A book for all ages
Reviewed in the United States on April 17, 2010
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The entire Mr. Putter and Tabby series is very good, but this rises above the others because it is so on target for adults who aren't really into exercise. Mr. Putter gets convinced to run a race by his energetic neighbor. Naturally, he does it for the train set prize, not the exercise. But, observing his training routine is well worth it. Kids will enjoy the story, but adults may find it even more entertaining.
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J from Texas
5.0 out of 5 stars Homerun
Reviewed in the United States on December 7, 2018
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Homerun on ALL Mr. Putter books!!
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Elizabeth Wineland
5.0 out of 5 stars bought for classroom
Reviewed in the United States on January 29, 2013
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As listed. Love being able to buy cheap books that are in great condition for my classroom as I love filling my library with new books (well new books to the students).
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5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
Reviewed in Canada on January 31, 2018
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Love Mr. Putter, Tabby, and Cynthia Rylant!
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grandmagrandma
5.0 out of 5 stars 理想の老後
Reviewed in Japan on August 21, 2010
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Mr.Putterの暮らし方は私の理想の老後です。
晴耕雨読に近く、細かいことにあれこれ悩まない。
時間と自分を充分に満喫する。そういう生活。
お隣のMrs.Teaberryがあれこれ世話を焼いてくれるのも、またいい。
年をとったら、こんな風に、柳に風と暮らしたいと私は思っています。
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