Mama Cat Has Three Kittens

Written and illustrated by Denise Fleming

Will Boris the kitten ever join the fun, or keep napping?

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32 pages· 112 words· Est. 1 min read-aloud· AD280L

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Bookroo's summary

Mama Cat leads her kittens, Fluffy and Skinny, on playful adventures, but Boris prefers napping. As the others frolic, Boris's independent spirit raises questions. Will he ever join the fun, or is there more to his sleepy demeanor? Young readers will delight in the hidden surprises and the charming antics of this feline family. With a surprise from Mama Mouse, the story invites children to explore and count carefully. Boris's rebellious nature will resonate with anyone who marches to their own beat, making this tale a captivating exploration of individuality and curiosity.

From the publisher

Some kittens march to the beat of a different drummer. Mama Cat has three kittens, Fluffy, Skinny, and Boris. Where Mama Cat leads, Fluffy and Skinny follow. But what about Boris– will he ever stop napping and join the fun? Young children will love Mama Cat and her three kittens. They’ll also enjoy looking for three other creatures hidden in every scene. But they’ll have to count carefully – Mama Mouse has a surprise. Using her own cats as models, Denise Fleming has captured the moods, expressions, and antics of a mother cat and her kittens. But there is a rebel in every crowd, and Boris is sure to charm readers who will recognize themselves in his contrary ways.

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