KEY POINTS
● This picture book engages early elementary school children, introducing them to the joy of reading.
● Through plant and animal life cycles, it teaches important lessons about growth and necessary attitudes.
● Mr. Cat’s care for his customers conveys messages of happiness, comfort, and inspiration to readers
● The story blends simple language with charming illustrations, creating a rich and sweet narrative.

Feeling lonely, Mr. Cat decides to open a restaurant in his beautiful yard filled with flowers and wild grasses. In spring, the restaurant attracts various insects, but a devastating typhoon buries it in mud. Heartbroken, Mr. Cat mourns the loss, yet as the yard blooms again, he joyfully welcomes guests until fall. When winter comes, he plans a trip, promising to return in spring.
This enchanting tale by award-winning author follows Mr. Cat as he serves familiar patrons like bees, moths, and rabbits, reflecting emotions we all experience. Readers learn about the life cycles of flowers and animals while enjoying an accessible narrative that encourages a love for reading. Mr. Cat’s adventures will continue in new places like a hair salon and sauna.