Matilda's Cat

Written and illustrated by Emily Gravett

A girl tries everything to discover what makes her cat happy.

4.3/7 Bookroo expert·3.8/5 Goodreads · 1,015 ratings

32 pages· 72 words· Est. 1 min read-aloud· AD460L

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Bookroo's summary

Matilda is on a mission to find out what her cat truly enjoys. From climbing trees to hosting tea parties, her attempts grow more creative, yet her cat remains unimpressed and even frightened. Can Matilda unlock the secret to her pet's happiness? This charming tale explores the humorous and heartfelt bond between a girl and her feline friend, leaving readers to wonder if Matilda will ever succeed in her quest.

From the publisher

This delightful picture book with Emily Gravett’s signature twist ending sweetly depicts the relationship between a child and her beloved pet. Matilda is desperate to figure out what her cat will enjoy. She tries everything she can think of: climbing trees, playing with wool, even tea parties and dress-up games, but as Matilda gets more and more creative in her entertainment attempts, her cat moves from unimpressed to terrified. Will Matilda ever figure out what her cat likes? In the style of Dogs and Monkey and Me, this young picture book from Emily Gravett is an insightful, fond, and funny look at the relationship between a little girl and her cat that’s sure to strike a chord with anyone who’s ever loved a pet.

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