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The Kids of Cattywampus Street

The Kids of Cattywampus Street

Published in
2021
3.48
on Goodreads (134)

Description

“An extraordinary book.” --Lemony Snicket, author of A Series of Unfortunate Events   Lovers of Roald Dahl and Louis Sachar's Sideways Stories from Wayside School will be captivated by the adventures of this very special group of friends who live on the same street. In this delightful chapter book filled with black-and-white pictures, you'll meet Jamal, Lindalee, Hans, Matteo, and others--the kids who live on Cattywampus Street, not far from the Waddlebee Toy Store. Each of the eleven chapters in this magical, mysterious, silly, scary, happy, and sometimes sad chapter book tells an utterly unforgettable tale about one of the kids. Whether it's about Jamal and his magic ball, which knows how to find him after its been stolen away; or Charlotta, who shrinks so small that she can fit inside her dollhouse; or Rodney, whose pet rock becomes the envy of all the kids on Cattywampus Street, here are stories sure to charm, captivate, and engage all readers of chapter books, even the most reluctant.
Age
7-10
Text complexity
intermediate
Length
128 pages

Why to read

  • Stimulates the imagination
  • Entertaining and humorous
  • Teaches the value of friendship
  • Encourages creative problem-solving