Scat, Cat!

No one wants the small striped cat who is lost. “Scat, cat!” says the dog, the bird, the barber, the baker, the bus driver, the duck, the frog, the goose, the owl, the bat, and even the skunk.

So the cat walks and walks until he finds a little house where there is a little boy that does not say, “Scat, cat!” In an ending twist, the cat discovers he is home. Young readers will learn the names of animals and occupations as well as useful vocabulary in this sweet and simple text.

This My First I Can Read Book is perfect for shared reading with toddlers and very young children. Basic language, word repetition, and whimsical illustrations make this book just right for the emergent reader.

This gentle story builds confidence for new readers with:

• Word Repetition: The simple, repeating phrase "Scat, cat!" helps new readers predict text and build confidence with every page.
• Vocabulary Builder: Introduces the names of common animals and community helpers, from the barber and the baker to the duck and the skunk.
• A Perfect Bedtime Story: A sweet, reassuring tale about finding home that ends with the little cat curled up safe and sound.
• Finding a Home: A heartwarming theme of belonging that toddlers and preschoolers can understand, showing that everyone deserves a welcoming place.