Red Cat, Blue Cat
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2012 · Est. 4 min read-aloud

Red Cat, Blue Cat

Written by Jenni Desmond

Two rival cats try to change colors, leading to unexpected friendship.

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40 pages· 473 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud
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In a lively household, Red Cat and Blue Cat are at odds, each envious of the other's unique traits. Red is athletic, while Blue is clever. Their rivalry leads to comical attempts to swap colors, sparking chaos and laughter. As their antics unfold, both cats discover the value of being themselves. Will their quest for change bring them closer together, or drive them further apart? This whimsical tale explores identity and acceptance, with a heartwarming twist that leaves both cats content in their own fur.

From the publisher

A purr-fect friendship story.In one house live two cats of two different colors. Red Cat is athletic and bouncy. Blue Cat is smart and inventive. What do they have in common?Lots and lots of “grrrr! hiss! spit!”-and more than a little mutual jealousy. Elegantly silly shenanigans ensue as each cat tries to change himself into a cat of a different hue.Every kid sometimes wants to be someone else. And so, it turns out, do some cats.Kids will relate to how hard it is for each cat to try to be like the other. They’ll also love the true-to-life way that, after the fur stops flying, an unexpected change occurs, making both cats happy to be just exactly who they are. “Captivating drawings, a generous dose of humor, adept storytelling, and spot-on detail.” -The New York Times

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Format
Paperback
Pages
40
Words
473
Reading age
4–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
~261L
Themes & topics
Books about friendshipBooks about catsBooks about feelings and emotionsBooks about social themesBooks about self-acceptance
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
2.1
F&P level
~I
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
154070
Publication
Published
July 1, 2023
First published
September 11, 2012
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781609056834

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