Macavity's a Mystery Cat: he's called the Hidden Paw -
For he's the master criminal who can defy the Law.
He's the bafflement of Scotland Yard, the Flying Squad's despair:
For when they reach the scene of crime - Macavity's not there!
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When my grandaughter was in kindergarten and 1st grade, my husband would go read poetry in her classroom. This was one of the children's favorite poems.
Nice rhyming poem to read about the pet cat, Macavity! Cat is cleverer than dog and always escapes from any enemy! It is best protection from rat menace at home!
I've liked this poem ever since i was 7 and watched the musical ' cats'. I think the rhymings pretty good but it is a bit long.
Very beautiful