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Highlights
- Follow a young boy's furry friend through the course of a day in an infectiously rhythmic read-aloud for cool cats of any species.
- 3-7 Years
- 8.8" x 11.0" Hardcover
- 40 Pages
- Juvenile Fiction, Animals
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About the Book
Follow a young boy's furry friend through the course of a day in an infectiously rhythmic read-aloud for cool cats of any species.Book Synopsis
Follow a young boy's furry friend through the course of a day in an infectiously rhythmic read-aloud for cool cats of any species. Atticus Caticus,ears like a bat-tat-ticus! Snap your fingers to the beat as a boy introduces us to his beloved (and oh-so-recognizably feline) cat. Whether Atticus is lying in the sun or stealing a sip from a water glass, sharpening his nails on a favorite chair or settling in for the night on his boy's head, this cat will win your heart--and maybe inspire you to improvise a few riffs of poetry about your own animal friends.
Review Quotes
What a splendid cat(icus) is Atticus. . . Kramer's energetic illustrations have the look of scribbly colored pencil over block-printed background patterns. Their bright and silly expressiveness is an excellent match for Maizes' rollicking text, which should make for many enjoyable read-alouds. Tongue-twister-y fun celebrating the joys of being owned by a cat.
--Kirkus Reviews (starred review) Like all feline fans, a young cat owner can't get enough of a self-possessed pet's quirky ways in this book. . . In phrases rendered for maximum expressiveness in a mix of typography and handwriting, the kid begins with "Atticus. Cat-icus. Rat-a-tat-tat-ticus," first beating time on a box drum, then marveling at how the cat "yawns with his whole head.". . . And Atticus proves himself a worthy object of adoration; in fact, he's a performative puss nonpareil, zooming through the house, pouncing on a toy, and chittering to a bright red bird on the window's other side.
--Publishers Weekly Jaunty verse and rhythmic interludes guide the listener through a day in the life of cat Atticus and his child companion. . . . Jewel-toned digital art blends smooth backgrounds, soft textures, and scribbly details, suggesting that our kid narrator may have illustrated the piece themself, adding appeal and relatability for their intended listeners. Perfect for library storytimes, bedtime reading, and feline friends, this is sure to be a crowd pleaser for audiences young and old.
--The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books
About the Author
Sarah Maizes is an award-winning children's book author and humor writer, as well as the vice president of television at The Jim Henson Company. She lives in Los Angeles with her husband, three kids, and two cats. And yes, one of them is named Atticus. Kara Kramer has an MFA from the School for Visual Arts in New York. Atticus Caticus is her first picture book. She lives in Brooklyn.Dimensions (Overall): 8.8 Inches (H) x 11.0 Inches (W) x .4 Inches (D)
Weight: .9 Pounds
Suggested Age: 3-7 Years
Number of Pages: 40
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
Sub-Genre: Animals
Publisher: Candlewick Press (MA)
Theme: Cats
Format: Hardcover
Author: Sarah Maizes
Language: English
Street Date: April 23, 2021
TCIN: 81193248
UPC: 9781536208405
Item Number (DPCI): 247-16-3309
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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Britt - 2 years ago, Verified purchaser
I absolutely love this book my favorite!!
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Tickmenot - 4 years ago
Atticus Caticus and his boy have a good time doing all things cat. After Atticus is awakened, he stretches his back like a Halloween cat while opening his little mouth to yawn bigger than seems possible. When the food box is shaken, he runs through the house like a pony, with his ears like a bat. Latter, he and his boy both have fun with string while getting it everywhere. Atticus even shows him how much he would like to be with bird outside the window. All in all, the two have a great time together wearing each other out. The day ends with Atticus “kneading dough” before the two of them drift off to sleep. Over-sized and hard-backed, this book shows the fun, love, and great addition a pet is to anyone’s—especially a child’s—life. Illustrations of the child and his cat will charm you and young ones, and fill you with lots of warm fuzzies. This book’s purpose is to bring smiles and laughter, which it does purr-fectly. The rhyming words will roll off the tongue causing lots of giggles. I highly recommend this 5-star tale to youngsters through pre-school. Candlewick Publishers has provided Tickmenot with a complimentary copy of, Atticus Caticus, for the purpose of review.