Big Cat
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2016 · Est. 4 min read-aloud

Big Cat

By Ethan Long

Part of the I Like to Read series

A big cat explores its abilities.

3.5/5 Goodreads · 306 ratings
32 pages· 398 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud
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Big Cat just wants to nap, but two lively siblings have other plans. They whisk him around the house, dressing him up and making him fly. Despite his exaggerated expressions of dismay, Big Cat's love for the kids shines through. Will Big Cat find peace, or will the siblings' antics continue? This charming tale, with its simple text and delightful illustrations, is perfect for young readers ready to embark on their first solo reading adventure.

From the publisher

Big Cat likes to nap–but his family has other ideas in this Guided Reading Level A story, simple enough for young readers to understand on their own, now available in a smaller 6x9 size! A pair of rowdy siblings wake their furry friend up to play, and proceed to carry him around the house–no matter how the cat feels about it. They love Big Cat, and it’s clear Big Cat loves them, too. . . . even if he doesn’t love flying or playing dress-up. His cartoonishly exagerrated expressions are sure to charm. With five words or less per page, this story is simple enough to be the first book a child reads on their own–and funny enough to become a favorite. Geisel Medalist Ethan Long’s illustrations of the big-bellied feline and his enthusiastic human pals bring Big Cat’s adventures to life. Big Cat can be fun–and reading can be fun, too! The award-winning I Like to Read(R) series focuses on guided reading levels A through G, based upon Fountas and Pinnell standards. Acclaimed author-illustrators–including winners of Caldecott, Theodor Seuss Geisel, and Coretta Scott King honors–create original, high quality illustrations that support comprehension of simple text and are fun for kids to read with parents, teachers, or on their own! Level A books, suitable for early kindergarten, are ideal first books for kids to read on their own. One short sentence repeats on every page with one word change per spread. Simple plots are heavily supported by the detailed illustrations. When Level A is mastered, follow up with Level B.

At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
32
Words
398
Reading age
4–8
Audience
First Reader
Lexile
BR40L
Themes & topics
Books about catsBooks about petsBooks about familyBooks about family lifeBooks about imagination and play
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The fine print

Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
~0.7
F&P level
~B
Scholastic level
A
Publication
Published
October 17, 2017
First published
February 1, 2016
Publisher
Holiday House
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780823438815

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