Mr. Putter and Tabby Pick the Pears Written by Cynthia Rylant. Illus. by Arthur Howard. Published by Harcourt Brace. About Mr. Putter and his cat Tabby are too old and creaky to climb ladders but still find a way to enjoy pear jelly! Awards Won Title Year Notable Children's Books Each year the Association for Library Service to Children (ALSC) identifies the best of the best of children's books on the Notable Children's Books list. 1996 - Selection(s) Email Print Cite Share This Page FacebookTwitterLinkedInEmail