Oi Cat!
#3 of 10 in Oi Frog and Friends Series
What’s inside...
The laughter never ends with Oi Frog and Friends! This rhyming read-aloud picture book is filled with absurdly funny antics from the bestselling, multi-award-winning creators of Oi Frog. Over 1 million copies sold. Join Frog and his friends as they navigate the rules of where animals should sit. Cats on gnats, dogs on logs, and much more. But when Cat protests sitting on gnats, Frog and Dog must decide whether to change the rules. Filled with silly animal rhymes and humorous illustrations, this book is sure to have children giggling. Don't miss out on other books in the series, including Oi Frog, Oi Dog, and more. Oi Frog and Friends is a beloved series that has won the Laugh Out Loud Picture Book Award and been shortlisted for numerous others.
Character compass
The Cat
Frog
Dog
Discussion points
Why do you think the cat has to sit on gnats, and what other silly rhymes can you come up with?
How does the frog feel about making the rules, and how would you feel if you were in his position?
What does this story teach us about fairness and making decisions?
How do the animals in the story react to the rules? How would you react?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to think creatively by asking them to invent their own silly rules for different animals.
Discuss the importance of fairness with your child, and relate it to their everyday experiences with friends or siblings.
Ask your child how they think the story could end differently, prompting them to imagine alternative scenarios and outcomes.
Focus on the rhymes and rhythms in the book, and explore rhyming words together to build phonetic awareness and have fun with language.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Learning about rhyme and rhythm
Explanation: Throughout 'Oi Cat!', the narrative is constructed with a playful and engaging rhyming scheme that helps children understand the sounds of words.
Real-World Application: Children can apply their understanding of rhyme and rhythm to improve their reading fluency and enjoy reading aloud, whether in classroom settings or at home.
Example Lesson: Understanding the importance of rules
Explanation: 'Oi Cat!' humorously explores the consequences of what happens when characters do not follow the rules, specifically when the cat refuses to sit on gnats.
Real-World Application: This lesson helps children grasp why rules are established, such as safety and fairness, and encourages them to adhere to rules set at home or at school.
Example Lesson: Creative problem solving
Explanation: The cat in the story tries to find different solutions to avoid sitting on gnats, thereby illustrating creative problem solving in a fun and engaging way.
Real-World Application: Children learn to think outside the box and apply creativity to solve conflicts or problems they encounter in their daily interactions with peers or in their learning environments.
Example Lesson: Language development
Explanation: The book introduces children to a variety of animals and concepts, enriching their vocabulary and understanding of language.
Real-World Application: Children can use the new words and concepts they learn from the book in their conversations, enhancing their communication skills and confidence in expressing themselves.