Stick Cat: A Tail of Two Kitties
#1 in Stick Cat Series
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What’s inside...
A brand-new series from Tom Watson, featuring Stick Cat! There’s a new pet in town. Stick Cat. It’s a big day in the big city for Stick Cat and his best friend, Edith. There are treasures to hunt, songs to sing, pigeons to catch, and naps to take. But way up on the twenty-third floor, danger lurks just around the corner. Terrible noises and violent crashes trap a desperate man in the building across the alley. Stick Cat will need to navigate his way across the alley—and around Edith’s peculiar ways—to attempt a rescue. With Tom Watson’s trademark combination of laughs and adventure, Stick Cat’s high-wire act is sure to please cat lovers and Stick Dog fans everywhere.
Discussion points
What do you think Stick Cat and Edith learned about teamwork during their adventure?
How did Stick Cat and Edith show kindness and help each other out?
What challenges did the characters face, and how did they solve them?
If you were in the story, what would you have done differently?
How do you think Stick Cat feels about his adventures at the end of the book?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use the questions as a guide to start a discussion, but let your child lead the conversation with their thoughts and reactions to the book.
Encourage your child to draw parallels between their own experiences and those of Stick Cat and Edith to deepen their connection with the story.
While discussing the book, ask your child to predict what might happen next or suggest alternative endings, which fosters creative thinking.
Highlight the themes of friendship and problem-solving in the book and relate them to real-life scenarios your child might encounter.
Compliment your child’s responses to show appreciation for their thoughts, reinforcing their confidence in expressing ideas.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Teamwork and Collaboration
Explanation: In 'Stick Cat: A Tail of Two Kitties', Stick Cat and his friend Edith work together to solve problems and help others in their apartment building. Their cooperation is key to their success.
Real-World Application: Children learn the importance of working with others to achieve common goals, a skill applicable in school projects, sports teams, and family activities.
Example Lesson: Problem Solving
Explanation: The story showcases Stick Cat and Edith using their wit and resources around them to navigate challenges. This highlights thoughtful problem-solving.
Real-World Application: Encourages children to think critically and use creativity to tackle obstacles they encounter, whether in their academic subjects or in personal situations.
Example Lesson: Empathy and Compassion
Explanation: As Stick Cat helps other animals in trouble, the book highlights the themes of empathy and understanding towards others' feelings and difficulties.
Real-World Application: Teaches children the value of considering and responding to the emotions and needs of others, fostering kindness and a supportive community spirit.
Example Lesson: Adaptability
Explanation: Throughout their adventure, Stick Cat and Edith must adapt to unexpected situations. This theme is woven seamlessly into the storyline.
Real-World Application: Helps children learn to be flexible and adapt to changes in their environment, a crucial skill in navigating life’s unpredictable moments.
Example Lesson: Joy of Adventure
Explanation: The curiosity-driven adventures of Stick Cat provide entertainment as well as a model for embracing new experiences with enthusiasm.
Real-World Application: Inspires children to explore, discover new interests, and find joy in new experiences, whether on their own or with friends.