This Little Cat
What’s inside...
One of a new series of vibrant animal novelty board books by an award-winning creator. What do cats like? Flip the layered pages and see - but watch out for the grrr-eat surprise! Innovative and brightly coloured with a surprise ending. Petr Horacek won the Books for Children Newcomer Award in 2002 for Strawberries Are Red and What Is Black and White?
Age
0-5
Length
16 pages
Text complexity
Character compass
Little Cat
Discussion points
What do you think the little cat will do next after each adventure?
How did the little cat feel when it met new friends?
Why is it important for the little cat to explore?
What would you do if you were in the little cat's place during its adventures?
How do the other animals help the little cat in the story?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their thoughts and feelings about the little cat's adventures, fostering empathy and understanding.
Ask your child to predict upcoming events in the story. This enhances their analytical skills and keeps them engaged.
After reading, relate the little cat’s experiences to your child’s own experiences of exploring or meeting new friends, making the story more relevant to them.
Use expressive voices for different characters to make the reading experience more entertaining and immersive for your child.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Empathy
Explanation: This Little Cat introduces empathy through the interactions between the cat and other characters. By sharing emotions and understanding each other, the cat bonds with friends.
Real-World Application: Children learn to recognize feelings in others and respond with kindness, a skill that strengthens friendships and social connections.
Example Lesson: Curiosity and Exploration
Explanation: Throughout the book, the cat's adventurous spirit leads it to explore new environments, showcasing the importance of curiosity.
Real-World Application: Encourages children to explore their own surroundings, ask questions, and discover new things about the world around them.
Example Lesson: Responsibility
Explanation: The story presents the cat taking care of its belongings and helping others, subtly embedding the value of responsibility.
Real-World Application: Teaches children the importance of taking care of their possessions and the benefits of helping their family and friends responsibly.