Leopardpox!

Written by Orna Landau · Illustrated by Omer Hoffmann

A girl turns into a leopard cub. Can her family find a cure before it's too late?

3.5 Goodreads · 183 ratings

40 pages· 821 words· Est. 7 min read-aloud· ~460L

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Bookroo's summary

When Sadie transforms into a playful leopard cub, her family faces a wild dilemma. Doctors and vets are baffled, and the zoo offers a permanent solution. But Mama believes in the healing power of home. As they navigate this furry predicament, the question remains: is Leopardpox contagious, and can love and care bring Sadie back? This whimsical tale explores the unexpected challenges of a mysterious ailment with humor and heart, leaving readers to wonder if a simple cure might be closer than they think.

From the publisher

“Leopardpox!” shouts Mama when her little girl becomes a frisky leopard cub. Now what? Mama and Sadie’s three brothers take Sadie to the doctor, who says, “I’m not a doctor for leopards.” Then they try the vet, who says, “If this is a leopard cub, it’s a healthy leopard, but if this is a little girl, then she is very ill.” The zoo would be happy to keep her, but no one likes the idea of leaving her behind. No, decides Mama, they’ll take care of her at home, where rest and kindness work wonders. Explosively funny, slightly retro-looking illustrations accompany the laugh-aloud text, which takes a sly dig at the medical establishment while affirming the power of comfort from Mama. And–who knew?–leopardpox may just be contagious!

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