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Jungle Cat
- Publisher
- Orca Book Publishers
- Initial publish date
- May 2023
- Category
- Cats, Humorous Stories, City & Town Life, Friendship
- Recommended Age
- 3 to 5
- Recommended Grade
- p to k
- Recommended Reading age
- 3 to 5
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eBook
- ISBN
- 9781459834668
- Publish Date
- May 2023
- List Price
- $0.99
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Hardback
- ISBN
- 9781459834644
- Publish Date
- May 2023
- List Price
- $21.95
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Description
Key Selling Points
- Bob is a special cat who brings his neighborhood together when he learns how to ask for help.
- This story reinforces the importance of friendship and community, as well as how much joy and connection a cat can bring to people who otherwise live alone.
- The story was inspired by a real-life apartment cat named Georgia, who has spent her long, rich life connecting people to each other through her very being. One of her neighbors even wrote an operetta about her!
- Beautiful and playful illustrations by Udayana Lugo depict a vibrant city neighborhood.
- Author Andrew Larsen is the award-winning author of over 15 books. His books have been nominated for the Blue Spruce Award, the TD Canadian Children's Literature Award, the Sheila Barry Best Canadian Picturebook of the Year Award and more.
About the authors
Andrew Larsen est père au foyer et auteur. Quand il était enfant, il passait toujours une partie de son été au chalet de ses grands-parents, situé sur une colline, près d'un lac. Andrew habite à Toronto. Il a publié sept albums jeunesse.
Andrew Larsen is a father, homemaker and author. When he was a child, he would spend a part of every summer with his grandparents at their cottage on a hill, by a lake. Andrew now lives in a downtown Toronto neighbourhood. He has published seven picture books.
Udayana Lugo was born in Russia, but grew up in Mexico City, Mexico, where she studied product design. She later completed her masters in Italy before life took her back to Mexico, then to the United Kingdom. It was there that she decided to become an illustrator, although she can’t remember a time when she wasn’t drawing. Udayana uses a variety of traditional media in her art, and her sketchbooks smell of hairspray, which she uses to fix her drawings. She currently lives with her husband and two kids in Vancouver, Canada, where she carries a sketchbook with her constantly to draw whatever captures her attention.
Awards
- Commended, Children's Book Council Teacher Favorites Award Kindergarten - 2nd Grade
- Commended, Children's Book Council Children's Favorites Award Kindergarten - 2nd Grade
- Commended, CCBC Best Books for Kids & Teens
Editorial Reviews
“This story shows life in a city, with lots of sights and sounds and a diverse group of neighbors in a variety of professions…Demonstrates the values of imagination and pretend play, as well as the benefits of being part of a community where neighbors become friends and extended family…A great choice for a read-aloud.”
Children's Literature Comprehensive Database (CLCD)
“Kids will very much enjoy this tale, while appreciating the multicolored digital artwork that includes details sure to invite notice and conversation.”
Sal's Fiction Addiction
“Engaging…Full of good humor and patience, creating an ideal existence for a spoiled kitty.”
Booklist
“Beautifully illustrated book with bright colours and detailed pictures...will likely become a favourite…Recommended.”
CM Magazine
“Lively and filled with delightful, witty details...A welcome reminder that whether you’re a cat or a human, it’s nice to have friendly people around ready to help you out.”
Kirkus Reviews
“This story shows life in a city, with lots of sights and sounds and a diverse group of neighbors in a variety of professions…Demonstrates the values of imagination and pretend play, as well as the benefits of being part of a community where neighbors become friends and extended family…A great choice for a read-aloud.”
Children's Literature Comprehensive Database (CLDC)