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Alaska Cat
by Joann Roe, Terri Jenkins (Illustrator)
Marco's ship goes down on a reef, the cat gets ashore but runs into hostile bears and has trouble finding food. He is found and adopted by native children. A rich source of Alaskan lore, including totem stories. Very popular with children AND adults, has been on Alaska ferry systems, home school choice for Alaska.
The Chinese Siamese Cat
By Amy Tan, Gretchen Schields (Illustrator)
A beautifully written story about why Siamese cats are really Chinese cats, and why their faces, ears, paws, and tails turn darker as they grow up.
Calico's Cousins : Cats from Around the World
by Phyllis Limbacher Tildes (Illustrator)
Fabulous felines from around the world are brought to life in this family album featuring striking paintings of over 20 unique and beautiful cat breeds. Full color.
Angel Cat
by Michael Garland
A wonderful heartfelt book helpful for children coping with the loss of their beloved pet.
Bijou, Bonbon & Beau : The Kittens Who Danced for Degas
by Joan Sweeney, Leslie Wu (Illustrator)
This book is about a cat named Marmalade and her three kittens, Bijou, Bonbon, and Beau. This story takes place in Paris, France. Bijou, Bonbon and Beau make their home in a ballet theater. Lovely story, especially for children interested in ballet!
The Barn Cat, Sassy and a Guardian Angel : Heroic Animal Tales
by Susan White-Bowden
Anyone who believes in the miracle of unconditional love, in both animals and humans, will enjoy this book.
The Amber Cat
by Hilary McKay, Gail Piazza (Illustrator)
"The author does a wonderful job of weaving magic about how we influence the lives of those around us, as well as those who come after, and how others who came before have influenced our lives. My daughters (9 and 10) and I loved this book".
Bimmi Finds a Cat
by Elisabeth Jane Stewart, James Ransome (Illustrator)
In mourning for his cat, Crabmeat, Bimmi finds a stray cat that he names Kitty-Louise, but he soon realizes that she is not a stray and belongs to someone else on Galveston Island and that he must find her rightful owner.
Cats (Spotter's Guide Series)
by Howard Loxton
Reading level: Ages 9-12
A Picture Book of Cats (A Picture Book of Series)
by Joanne Mattern
Wonderful book for young people. Describes several types of cats, including the Persian, Tabby, and Sphynx.
Kittens
by Carey Scott, Anc Staff Dk Publishing
Friendly pets are presented in adorable close-up photographs with easy-to-read text. Children will love to cuddle up with these beautiful books. "Choosing, " "Caring For" and "Training Your Pet" pages give young pet owners practical tips. Full color.
Manx Cats (Cats)
by Stuart A. Kallen
Reading level ages 4-8
The Bravest Cat! : The True Story of Scarlett
by Laura Driscoll, Dyanne Disalvo-Ryan (Illustrator), Dyanne Di Salvo-Ryan (Illustrator)
Here's the heartwarming, true story of the cat who risked her life to save her five kittens from a burning building. Written for very young readers, The Bravest Cat! follows the feline family's recovery and their eventual adoptions into loving homes.
Bookstore Cat (Reading level 4-8)
by Cindy Wheeler
Mulligan, the bookstore cat, takes excellent care of the store by greeting customers and helping them select books, until two pesky birds make their way into the bookstore.
Black Cat, White Moon (My Fun Shape Board Books)
by Nina Alexander, Larry Daste (Illustrator)
Reading level: Baby-Preschool. "My 2 year old loves this book. The pictures are clear and colorful and the words are simple."
Big Cat Dreaming
by Margaret Wild, Anne Spudvilas (Illustrator)
Reading level: Baby-Preschool. Two children visit their grandmother and her cat and dog. The girl, Naomi, wonders aloud if the cat, twitching in its sleep, dreams. Her brother, who narrates, suggests that it is dreaming of fish and meatballs.
A Beautiful Feast for a Big King Cat
by John Archambault, Bruce Degen (Illustrator), Bill, Jr. Martin (Contributor)
A little mouse who keeps teasing a big, hungry cat has to think fast to avoid becoming dinner. Action and rhyme give the story a rapid pace, while repetitive segments invite young readers to join in.
Cats (Barron's Pocket Gem)
by Sarah Allen, Charlotte Hard (Illustrator)
Provides brief background information and descriptions, as well as facts on the origins, coloring, and unusual features of twenty-five breeds of cats.
A Cat in the Family : A Complete and Up-To-Date Guide (Basic Domestic Pet Library)
by Uschi Birr
Reading level: Ages 9-12
The Adventures of Penrose the Mathematical Cat
by Theoni Pappas
Penrose, a cat with a knack for math, takes children on an adventurous tour of mathematical concepts from fractals to infinity. When the fractal dragon jumps off the computer screen and threatens to grow larger than the room itself, Penrose must find out if fractal patterns can work in reverse, getting smaller instead of larger.
Alex and the Cat
by Helen V. Griffith, Sonja Lamut (Illustrator)
Alex, a lively dog, and his friend the cat share their unique views on burying bones, living in the wilderness, being a cat, and other everyday topics. Subtle, unobtrusive lessons peppered with humor underlie the simple stories, and expressive two-color illustrations complete the package.
Abyssinian Cats
by Stuart A. Kallen
Reading level: Ages 4-8
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