The Cat Thief

Name: The Cat Thief
Brand: Arotahi Agency
SKU: 9780648964018
Price: 24.99 NZD
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By Pat Simmons

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Summary

The Cat Thief by Pat Simmons is a delightful children's tale where a clever feline embarks on a mischievous adventure through the neighbourhood. Packed with escapades and unexpected turns, the story follows our furry friend as he navigates through playful challenges, teaching young readers lessons about curiosity and friendship. The book offers an engaging narrative set in a whimsical world, sure to captivate the imaginations of its readers.
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Format: Hardback

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Olive longs to own a pet cat but her plan to steal one doesn’t seem to be working. Olive has another idea. Will she finally find the cat of her dreams?

A humorous picture book suitable for young children up to eight years old. Cheeky, fun illustrations encapsulate Olive’s unfortunate efforts as a cat thief.

Description

The Cat Thief by Pat Simmons tells the charming story of Olive, a little girl who dreams of owning a pet cat. Her initial plan to steal a feline friend doesn't go as planned, leading her to devise a new strategy. But will this plan finally lead her to the cat of her dreams?

This humorous picture book is perfect for young children up to eight years old. With a touch of intertextuality, it offers additional amusement for adults reading it aloud. The cheeky, fun illustrations vividly capture Olive’s amusing attempts at being a cat thief, ensuring both children and adults enjoy the experience.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780648964018

Publisher: Little Pink Dog Books

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 07 July 2021

Country: Australia

Imprint: Little Pink Dog Books

Illustration: 40 color illustrations

Contributors:

Illustrated by Liz Duthie

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 251.0mm

Height: 251.0mm

Weight: 440g

Pages: 32

Collections

Children's Books Children's Picture Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Pat Simmons

About the Author

Pat Simmons lives in Scarborough, New South Wales, Australia with her menagerie of pets which include rainforest snails and a stick insect named Twiggy. Pat writes poetry, short stories and children’s picture books. The Cat Thief is Pat’s fifth published picture book. Liz Duthie is an illustrator with fine arts training who specializes in illustration for picture books and middle grade chapter books using traditional mediums.

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