In my opinion, this is a great book for children who are beginning to read because Hoberman uses repetition and rhyme to keep her readers engaged.
I love how Hoberman has the characters interact and makes the woman do ridiculous things in order for her to get a cat. Then the roles are reversed between the characters and the man must do as the woman says to get rid of the mice. I think children would find this book entertaining.
Additionally, the repetition that Hoberman uses gives the story rhythm and is great for children who are beginning so they can learn simple words. This could also be a great story for children to learn sequencing.
This book shows children that it it’s important to work hard for what you want. Even though the events are unrealistic in the story, it still gives a good message. It is goofy and fun.
The readers learn from this story that you need to work for what you want. If you work hard enough for what you want, you may be satisfied. ( )

This story begins with Lilly doing things to receive a cat, but then Sammy ends up doing what Lilly says to get rid of the mice. In the end, the two end up together with their cow, shed, cats, and kittens. This is a good story to learn chronological order and story sequencing.

This book would be age appropriate for second graders. The whole book rhymes, so I would definitely teach this with a rhyming lesson.