Book details
RSPCA: The Abandoned Kitten
Description
Eight-year-old Lily is always surrounded by animals. Her mum works
at an RSPCA centre as an Animal Care Assistant. Lily thinks it's
the best job ever.
Sometimes Mum has to care for animals at home, and on one rainy evening,
Mum arrives with three tiny kittens. The poor things have
been abandoned, and Lily and Mum must stay up through the night
to look after them. But there's another member of Lily's family that
wants to help - Poppy their crossbreed dog gently mothers the
kittens in their basket. Poppy was brought to the RSPCA as a tiny
puppy and was handreared herself. Together, Mum, Lily and Poppy
will be able to nurse the kittens back to health.
Age
7-9
Text complexity
proficient
Length
160 pages
Why to read
- Educational Value: 'RSPCA: The Abandoned Kitten' provides insight into the work of the RSPCA (Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals) and educates readers about animal welfare, the importance of responsible pet ownership, and the consequences of animal abandonment.
- Emotional Engagement: The story is designed to tug at the heartstrings, as it follows the journey of an abandoned kitten. This emotional engagement can help readers, especially children, develop empathy and compassion towards animals.
- Entertaining Story: Sue Mongredien has a talent for writing engaging stories that captivate young readers. The narrative of 'The Abandoned Kitten' is no exception, offering an entertaining and enjoyable reading experience with relatable characters and a satisfying plot.
- Supporting Animal Welfare: By reading this book, individuals may become more aware of the challenges faced by animal welfare organizations like the RSPCA. This awareness can lead to increased support for these organizations through donations, volunteering, or adopting pets from shelters.