The Color Kittens
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Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 1949 · Est. 5 min read-aloud

The Color Kittens

Written by Margaret Wise Brown · Illustrated by Alice Provensen and Martin Provensen

Two kittens embark on a colorful adventure to create every hue imaginable.

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24 pages· 599 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud
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Join two playful kittens, Brush and Hush, as they embark on a vibrant journey to mix and create all the colors in the world. With their green eyes full of wonder, these curious companions explore the magic of hues and shades, painting a world of imagination. Will they succeed in their colorful quest, or will unexpected surprises await them? Dive into this timeless tale of creativity and discovery that has enchanted readers for generations.

From the publisher

A classic Little Golden Book by the author of Goodnight Moon! Once there were two color kittens with green eyes, Brush and Hush . . . So goes the rollicking tale of two pouncy kittens who make all the colors in the world. First published seventy years ago, this classic Little Golden Book by Margaret Wise Brown and illustrated by the legendary Alice and Martin Provensen continues to charm generation after generation.

At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
24
Words
599
Reading age
3–7
Audience
Picture
Lexile
~530L
Themes & topics
Books about catsBooks about colorsBooks about first conceptsBooks about artBooks about kittens
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
3.5
F&P level
~N
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
51036
Publication
Published
May 13, 2003
First published
January 1, 1949
Publisher
Golden Books
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780307021410

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