Chloe & Cartoon #2: It's a Cat Thing (2) (Chloe & her cat)
#2 of 2 in Chloe & Cartoon Series
What’s inside...
After three months in the Blin household, Cartoon the kitten is feeling more at home. He enjoys catnaps with Chloe, playing with Arthur, and competing with Tony, the head of the household. However, his world is turned upside-down when he is suddenly taken in a moving car to a place filled with unfamiliar animal noises and smells. Will his life change forever when he meets the vet?
Character compass
Chloe
Cartoon
Discussion points
What are some ways Chloe and her cat express their friendship? Can you think of similar ways you show friendship?
How do you think Chloe feels when she's with her cat? Can you describe a time when a pet or friend made you feel that way?
What do you think 'It's a Cat Thing' means in the story? What are some 'things' that your pets or favorite animals do?
If you could spend a whole day with Chloe and her cat, what activities would you want to do together?
How do you think the story would change if Chloe had a different kind of pet? What kind of adventures might they have?
Tip: Role play these questions
Prompt your child to talk about their own experiences with pets or friends that relate to the story to deepen their connection with the book.
Encourage your child to imagine and describe scenes from their own life that mirror the events in the book to enhance empathy and understanding.
Discuss the emotions depicted in the book, asking your child to reflect on times they have felt similar ways, fostering emotional intelligence.
Ask your child to predict what might happen in the next chapter or book, encouraging creativity and anticipation for continued reading.
Consider using a pet or favorite stuffed animal as reading buddies during story time to make the discussion more interactive and fun.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Responsibility
Explanation: In 'Chloe & Cartoon #2: It's a Cat Thing', Chloe learns the importance of taking care of her cat, Cartoon, which teaches her about responsibility.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by taking on small responsibilities at home, such as feeding a pet or tidying up their room, which helps them understand the importance of caring for others and their environment.
Example Lesson: Empathy
Explanation: Throughout the story, Chloe learns to understand and share the feelings of her cat. This demonstrates empathy, as she considers Cartoon's needs and emotions.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to recognize emotions in others, whether it's their peers or pets, and respond with sensitivity and care, helping them build stronger, empathetic relationships.
Example Lesson: Problem-Solving
Explanation: The book showcases Chloe facing and solving different challenges related to her cat, which highlights her problem-solving skills.
Real-World Application: Kids can relate this to their everyday situations where they need to think critically and creatively to solve problems, whether in their academic tasks or in social settings.
Example Lesson: Patience
Explanation: Caring for Cartoon requires Chloe to develop patience, especially when dealing with Cartoon’s antics that don't align with her plans.
Real-World Application: This teaches children the value of patience while dealing with pets or people who may not always behave as expected, helping them cultivate calmness in frustrating situations.
Example Lesson: Joy of Companionship
Explanation: Chloe’s adventures with her cat illustrate the joy and fun that companionship can bring, emphasizing positive social interactions.
Real-World Application: Children learn the importance of friendship and the happiness it can bring into their lives, encouraging them to form and cherish connections with others.