Original Cat, Copy Cat

Written and illustrated by Sarah Kurpiel

A cat's life is upended by a new kitten, revealing the joy of unexpected friendship.

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40 pages

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Bookroo's summary

Pineapple the cat relishes his solitary life until Kiwi, a playful kitten, disrupts his routine. Annoyed by Kiwi's mimicry, Pineapple longs for his old life. But as he navigates the chaos, he discovers that companionship brings unexpected joy. Will Pineapple embrace this new friendship, or will he return to solitude? As the lines blur between leader and follower, Pineapple learns that life is more fun with a friend by his side. Dive into this heartwarming tale of friendship and acceptance, where even the most reluctant can find joy in unexpected places.

From the publisher

Pineapple loves being an only cat–and then Kiwi comes along. But despite the chaos and the annoyances, Pineapple soon realizes that a new kitten–a new friend–makes everything twice as fun. Original Cat, Copy Cat is a celebration of friendship and acceptance. It will be adored by fans of Wolfie the Bunny and Max the Brave.Pineapple the cat loves his comfortable life: that is, until he’s not the only cat in his house anymore. Now Pineapple’s entire routine is turned upside down. Worst of all, new kitten Kiwi copies everything Pineapple does.One day, Pineapple decides he’s had enough. But being an only cat isn’t the same anymore. With his old routine soured, Pineapple learns that having a friend makes everything better. And eventually, it’s hard to tell who’s the copy cat, after all.Sarah Kurpiel’s spare text, exuberant artwork, and expressive characters make for an irresistible picture book, one perfect for storytime sharing and animal lovers everywhere.

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