Cat Flies a Kite

(Board book)

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Age range 2 to 6

In this story in the Cat and Friends series of full-colour board books, Cat has fun flying his kite, but when the kite gets stuck in a tree, how will Cat get it down Luckily, a very tall friend comes along just in time! Bold illustrations and simple text enable new readers to develop their vocabulary, as well as encouraging the recognition and understanding of word structure through phonics.

Printed as a board book, the story is nicely designed for toddlers, preschool, and kindergarten readers, introducing young readers to a range of vocabulary terms, rhyme, and rhythm.

'Overall, the book is just right for infant and toddler listeners who crave familiar patterns and will zero in on slight, intentional differences from page to page. Carefully calibrated for its audience.' Kirkus Reviews on Cat Goes Fast

Author Bio

Rebecca Purcell is a children's book author and illustrator from Portland, United States. She studied Art History in college before launching her career as an artist. Prints of her cute illustrations can be found in nurseries and playrooms around the world. Rebecca likes drawing with pencils, hiking through alpine meadows, and drinking large quantities of tea. She has written and illustrated several series of children's board books. Rebecca's book, Zip the World's Greatest Robot, was included as a Best of 2020 Board Book/Picture Book from Kirkus Reviews. She lives in an old brick house with her husband, two sons, a stubborn dog, and a nearly perfect cat.