Book details
Ugly Cat & Pablo
Description
From the 2015 winner of the ALA William C. Morris Award comes a humorous chapter book series about a not-so-attractive cat and his well-dressed mouse friend.Ugly Cat is dying for a paleta, or ice pop, and his friend Pablo is determined to help him get one by scaring a little girl who is enjoying a coconut paleta in the park. Things go horribly wrong when, instead of being scared, the little girl picks Pablo up and declares that he would make a great snack for her pet snake. Oh and there's also the small problem that Ugly Cat may have inadvertently swallowed Pablo in all of the commotion! Ugly Cat and his impeccably dressed mouse friend, Pablo, are an unlikely and dynamic duo who will win young readers over with their ridiculously silly antics and their search for tasty treats.
Age
7-10
Text complexity
intermediate
Length
112 pages
Book in series
#1
Why to read
- Engaging Storyline: 'Ugly Cat & Pablo' offers a captivating and humorous tale that keeps readers, especially children, engaged with its unique characters and their adventures.
- Cultural Representation: Written by Isabel Quintero, the book incorporates aspects of Latino culture, providing a window into diverse experiences and promoting cultural understanding.
- Language Learning: The story includes Spanish vocabulary interspersed with English, making it an excellent resource for young readers to learn and practice Spanish in a fun and contextual way.
- Themes of Friendship: The book explores the theme of friendship through the bond between Ugly Cat and Pablo, teaching valuable lessons about cooperation, understanding, and the importance of companionship.