The Pawed Piper

By Michelle Robinson, Chinlun Lee (Illustrator)

A girl's wish for a cat brings unexpected feline chaos.

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32 pages

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Bookroo's summary

A little girl dreams of having her own cat, just like her grandmother's. She sets a clever trap with wool and milk, hoping to attract a furry friend. To her surprise, not just one, but dozens of cats, including Hector, show up. Her joy turns to concern when 'LOST CAT' posters appear around town. Did her plan work too well? Can she keep any of the cats, or will she have to return them all? This playful tale explores the unexpected consequences of wish fulfillment and the true meaning of having a pet to love.

From the publisher

Calling all kittens! A little girl longing for a pet of her own gets a bit more than she bargained for in this cat-filled celebration. A small girl wants a cat of her very own: a furry fluffball to cuddle, just like the one in her book or her grandmother’s cat, Hector. So she lays a trail: balls of wool, saucers of milk, cardboard boxes, and anything else that could lure a feline friend. And who should arrive the next morning but somebody furry, warm, soft, and so very purry. It’s Hector, along with dozens of other cats. The girl is happy as can be, but when “LOST CAT” posters show up all over town, she realizes her plan might have worked a little too well. Will she have to give all the cats back? Will she ever get a cat of her own to love? Sweet and playful, Michelle Robinson’s tale of wish fulfillment will strike a chord with anyone who has ever yearned for a pet, while Chinlun Lee’s exuberantly illustrated felines will delight cat lovers of all ages.

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