Pretty Kitty

by Karen Beaumont, Stephanie Laberis (Illustrator)

Overview

A counting picture book in rhyme about a lonely old man whose heart is slowly melted by an ever-growing number of kitties hoping to find a home.

In this charming counting book, Pretty Kitty, a lonely old man discovers one kitty on his front step. But he does not want a kitty cat—scat! As the number of kitties grows, will the man find room in his heart—and home—for his new feline friends?

A playful rhyming text makes this counting book perfect for sharing!

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Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781250207449
Publisher:	Henry Holt and Co. (BYR)
Publication date:	06/12/2018
Sold by:	Macmillan
Format:	eBook
Pages:	32
File size:	16 MB
Note:	This product may take a few minutes to download.
Age Range:	4 - 8 Years

About the Author

KAREN BEAUMONT is the author of many books for children, including the New York Times bestseller, I Ain’t Gonna Paint No More!; Move Over, Rover!, a 2007 Theodor Seuss Geisel Honor Book; and Louella Mae, She’s Run Away! She lives in San Martin, California.

Stephanie Laberis is an illustrator and character designer who specializes in creating art for animation, children's publications, and toys. Her books include Merry and Mythical Stickers and the Animal Inn series. She lives in San Francisco.

Editorial Reviews

"This is a fun and engaging read-aloud for young children. And they don’t even have to be cat lovers!" —School Library Journal on Pretty Kitty

“The humorous cumulative text invites participation . . . Beautifully composed, each page propels the story to a climactic spread filled with hula hooping, magic tricks, juggling, soap bubbles, and music!” —School Library Journal on Crybaby

"The amusing illustrations of popular animals and the jaunty rhythm and rhyme will make this a favorite." —Kirkus Reviews on Who Ate All the Cookie Dough?

From the Publisher

2018-04-16
A lonely, old man fends off the affections of an increasing number of stray kitties."Old man. / Big city. / Pretty kitty. / Pretty little itty-bitty / kitty cat. / Pretty kitty. Wants a pat. / Don't you look at me like that. / I do not want a kitty cat. / SCAT!" Naturally, when the unnamed protagonist gets home, there are two meowing felines on his welcome mat, and he rebuffs them similarly. The pussycats are joined by a third. "Might have FLEAS. / Or some DISEASE. / Think you might be SIAMESE." Again he tells them to scat. As each new puss arrives, he offers a different excuse for why he doesn't want a cat—but sharp-eyed readers will note mementos in his house that hint of at least one cat in his past. With 10 on his mat, it starts to snow…and it turns out, one old guy has enough love for 10 cats, and they're good for snuggles. Beaumont's rhyme makes for a rollicking read as the protagonist's resolve to stay alone is slowly cracked by cuteness. Laberis' digitally created illustrations, a mix of spot and full-bleed, are irresistible in their scratchy, cartoon colorfulness, imbuing the big city with warmth. The old man is white and balding, with a fluffy gray mustache beneath an absurdly large nose.It's the first five minutes of Disney's Up for cat lovers—but with a happy ending. (Picture book. 2-7)

Kirkus Reviews