Kitty and Cat: Opposites Attract
Meet Kitty! Kitty wants to play! Meet Cat. Cat just wants to nap. Bold, whimsical artwork and plenty of humor engage little ones in a sly and stylish introduction to opposites.
This deceptively simple concept book introduces readers to grumpy, old, exhausted Cat, who just wants to be left alone, and to happy, new, energetic Kitty, who longs to make friends. In a story told entirely through well-chosen pairs of opposites and drolly expressive artwork, author-illustrator Mirka Hokkanen manages to elevate the humble concept book into a true work of art—one that is bound to have readers giggling and crying for more!
Funny -- Educational -- Concept of opposite word pairs -- Wordless Story -- Sweet -- Encourages multiple reads --
Funny -- Educational -- Concept of opposite word pairs -- Wordless Story -- Sweet -- Encourages multiple reads --
Northern Lights Book Award Winner 2023 in Concept Book category, and on the Los Angeles Public Library Best of Children’s Books 2023 list.
A concept book that works on multiple levels. The text is made up of simple opposites, while the illustrations tell a friendship story. A great read-aloud option for a wide age range.
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40 pages
Publisher: Candlewick
ISBN 9781536223675
Ages: 2-5 years
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Reviews
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“The concise text, made up entirely of opposite words, is effective, while the digitally created illustrations of the protagonists will make cat lovers smile; together, text and art convey a simple story of the developing relationship between the new fur-siblings. . . endearing.”
Kirkus Reviews
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“Two cats prove a study in contrasts in this humorous look at opposites from Hokkanen . . . After a dramatic chase sequence, the duo finds their way to an understanding—and a cozy, cuddling friendship. But a cheeky final illustration hints that quiet on the home front may not last. . . . a lively, feline-forward concept lesson.”
Publishers Weekly
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“Hokkanen tells a simple, satisfying story while including examples of opposites in a natural-sounding way. . . Color is used sparingly in some scenes and fully in others but always effectively. An amusing, enjoyable picture book for reading aloud.”
Booklist
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“Old or new, grumpy or happy, opposites describe this charming pair of cats as they learn to live with each other. . . . Hokkanen combines an opposites-filled text and digital illustrations to capture the tone and emotion of both cats. . . . Highly entertaining for teaching opposites or for prompting students to add descriptive language to a fun story.”
School Library Journal
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"Author/illustrator Mirka Hokkanen creates laugh-out-loud depictions of a grumpy cat and enthusiastic kitten, turning this concept book about opposites into a gentle tale about love and friendship of the feline variety."
The Virginian Pilot
