Pete the Cat and the Space Chase
I Can Read Comics Level 1 Series
What’s inside...
From New York Times bestselling author-illustrator team James and Kimberly Dean comes the next I Can Read Comics book in the Pete the Cat series! When Agent Meow (also known as Pete the Cat) discovers an empty alien spaceship and accidentally launches into space, what else will he find? Early readers will love blasting off with Agent Meow in this otherworldly adventure! Pete the Cat and the Sprinkle Stealer is a Level One I Can Read Comic, which means it will introduce children into the world of graphic novel storytelling and encourage visual literacy in emerging readers.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
4-8
Length
32 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
Why do you think Pete the Cat decided to go on a space chase?
What would you have done if you were in Pete’s shoes during his adventure?
How did Pete’s friends help him during the space chase? Can you think of a time when your friends helped you?
What did Pete learn from his space journey? What did you learn from the story?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to imagine their own space adventure. Ask what character they would be, and what obstacles they might encounter.
Discuss the importance of teamwork as showcased in the book. Relate it to real-life scenarios where working with others can help solve problems.
After reading, ask your child to draw their favorite scene. Use this as a springboard to discuss the story’s themes more deeply.
Connect the story’s lessons to everyday life by discussing how exploration and curiosity can lead to learning and growth.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Teamwork and Collaboration
Explanation: Pete the Cat and his friends work together to solve the mystery of the missing cupcakes. Through collaboration, they find clues and piece together the puzzle.
Real-World Application: Encourages children to cooperate with peers in school projects or during play to achieve common goals.
Example Lesson: Problem-solving Skills
Explanation: The characters face challenges and obstacles during their space chase. Here, Pete shows how to approach problems methodically and creatively.
Real-World Application: Helps children think critically and creatively in challenging situations, whether academically or socially.
Example Lesson: Perseverance
Explanation: Despite difficulties and setbacks in the space chase, Pete remains determined and does not give up on the mission.
Real-World Application: Teaches children the importance of persistence and dedication in achieving goals, regardless of the challenges they may face.
Example Lesson: Honesty
Explanation: The story underlines the importance of being truthful, even when mistakes happen, fostering an environment of trust and integrity.
Real-World Application: Encourages children to embody honesty in their everyday actions and interactions, building trust with family and friends.