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A Dark Dark Tale by Ruth Brown

Journeying through a dark, dark house, a black cat surprises the only inhabitant of the abandoned residence

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ABC Cats by Leslea Newman

From curious to elegant, grouchy to inquisitive, rowdy to tangled to . . . well, unusual these twenty-six charming felines interact with oversize alphabet letters on rhyming spreads.

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Angus and the Cat by Marjorie Flack

Angus the terrier has to share his home with a new cat who eats Angus's food and sits in his favorite places. How will they ever get along?

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Atticus Cticus by Sarah Maizes

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.

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Bad Kitty Does NOT Like CANDY by Nick Bruel

A hungry Bad Kitty refuses fish, beef and octopus for dinner while resolving to eat candy instead.

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Bits & Pieces by Judy Schachner

New York Times bestseller and fan-favorite Judy Schachner presents a warmly affectionate portrait of a family's devotion to their beloved cat.

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Boo to You! by Lois Ehlert

The harvest garden is bursting with delicious vegetables, the pumpkins are decorated and lit, and the mice have their costumes ready. Everyone is looking forward to the annual Halloween-night feast. Scary Cat wasn't invited to the party, but he seems to think he's coming anyway. Time for a clever mouse-style surprise to outsmart that cat!

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Cat Dog Dog by Nelly Buchet

Here is the oh-so-hilarious and adorable story of a blended family-- using just a few words in various configurations-- from the pets' point of view!

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The Cat in the Hat by Dr. Seuss

Have a ball with Dr. Seuss and the Cat in the Hat in this classic picture book...but don't forget to clean up your mess!

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Cat Problems by Jory John and Lane Smith

While dealing with a noisy vacuum, a moving sunspot, and a nosy squirrel, the cat wonders if he can find something good in all of this! 

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Cat the Cat Who Is That? by Mo Willems

Cat the Cat sure likes her friends. You will too! Join this spunky feline as she introduces the very youngest readers to her world, where a surprise is waiting in every book!

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The Fat Cat Sat On The Mat by Nurit Karlin

Rat tries to get the fat cat off the mat and back to his usual resting place in the vat

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The Great Pumpkin Contest by Angie Rozelaar

The Great Pumpkin Contest is a perfect Halloween story, and a reassuring reminder that even in a competition, friendship always comes first.

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Grumpy Cat by Britta Teckentrup

The cat seems so grumpy, that is until a little kitten caught in a rainstorm seeks shelter with Cat and won't go away no matter what Grumpy Cat does. By the author of Big Smelly Bear.

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Homer the Library Cat by Reeve Lindbergh

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How Many Cats?  by Lauren Thompson

Left alone for the afternoon, a bored and restless cat invites a few neighborhood cats over to play, but things get out of control and soon the entire house becomes overwhelmed with a wild ensemble of boisterous guests who are roaming in, out, on, and under everything in sight!

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How To Be A Cat by Nikki McClure

Single-word text and high-contrast cut-paper artwork combine in a board-book edition of a classic picture book by the author of Mama, Is It Summer Yet? that depicts a kitten practicing the basics of feline behavior, from stretching and cleaning to pouncing and feasting.

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I Don't Want A Cool Cat! by Emma Dodd

A follow-up to I Don't Want a Posh Dog! imparts the frustrations of a little girl who struggles to find a pet kitty that is just right for her, a search marked by a zany mix of feline candidates that each possess distinct personalities.

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I Love Cats! by Sue Stainton and Bob Staake

Cat lovers of all ages will revel in this delightful ode to feline friends! By bestselling author-illustrator duo Sue Stainton and Bob Staake, this companion to the wildly popular I Love Dogs! is full of hairy cats and scaredy cats, dancing cats, and prancing cats'all of them ready to steal your heart through vibrant illustrations and energetic text.

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I Must Have Bobo! by Eileen Rosenthal

When Willy woke up there was trouble. Where was Bobo? Willy needs Bobo. But, Earl the cat likes Bobo, too. A favorite toy is hard to share even when it's a sock monkey.

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If You Give A Cat A Cupcake by Laura Numeroff

A series of increasingly hilarious events might occur if someone were to give a cupcake to a cat, including a possible disaster with sprinkles that could result in the need for a bathing suit! 

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It's All About Me-ow by Hudson Talbott

A whimsically illustrated tribute to cat culture reveals how felines balance "cattitude" and cuteness to charm humans, in a lighthearted guide featuring an alpha cat's lessons to a new generation of kittens who learn that it is okay to eat mice but not gerbils, use purr therapy to calm humans and more. By the illustrator of the Newbery Honor-winning Show Way.

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Jump! by Tatsuhide Matsuoka

This joyful book gets children joining in the fun of each animal's jump—sharing the sounds and actions.

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Kitten's First Moon by Kevin Henkes

When Kitten mistakes the full moon for a bowl of milk, she ends up tired, wet, and hungry trying to reach it, but her adventure eventually leads her back home where something special is waiting just for her.

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Mama Cat Has Three Kittens by Denise Fleming

While Fluffy and Skinny follow Mama Cat around all day, Boris is more happy sleeping, but his siblings do not understand why Boris will not play and begin to look into the matter, in a charmingly illustrated picture book for preschoolers.

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Mittens by Clare Turlay Newberry

Richard achieves his lifelong desire to have a kitten, only to have it become lost.

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Monet's Cat by Lily Murray & Becky Cameron

Inspired by the actual porcelain cat that was prominently displayed in his studio, this beautiful picture book teaches children about Monet’s art and his most famous paintings.

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Moonlight the Halloween Cat by Cynthia Rylant

Softly padding through the darkness, Moonlight explores the world on her favorite night, Halloween.

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Mr. Fuzzbuster Knows He's the Favorite by Stacy McAnulty

Mr. Fuzzbuster knew he was Lily's favorite. They did everything together. Naps. Storytime. Walks. And more naps. But now four more animals lived in the house.'

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Negative Cat by Sophie Blackall

"Max isn't a typical cat, but his loving owner still sees the best in him"--

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Niblet & Ralph by Zachariah Ohora

Two pet cats switch places in this comically sweet story of mistaken identity, from beloved author-illustrator Zachariah OHora.

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1 2 3 Cats by Leslea Newman

Count on cats as a fun way to learn numbers;in rhyming spreads with expressive appeal for animal lovers of all ages.

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Pete the Cat and the Missing Cupcakes by Kimberly & James Dean

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The Tale of Tom Kitten by Beatrix Potter

In addition to being naughty and losing their company clothes, Tom and his two sisters indulge in rowdy behavior when they are sent upstairs as punishment.

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Three Little Kittens by Jerry Pinkney

Caldecott Medal-winning, New York Times bestselling author/artist Jerry Pinkney brings a gloriously vivid palette, delightful details and tremendous warmth to his version of this favorite nursery rhyme.

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Tiny Kitty, Big City by Tim Miller

A heartwarming, gorgeously illustrated picture book of an adorable cat finding its forever home, from acclaimed author-artist Tim Miller.

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The Very Fluff Kitty, Papillon by A.N. Kang

Papillon is a very fluffy kitty. So fluffy that he's lighter than air! His owner tries to weigh him down, but Papillon just wants to fly.

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They All Saw A Cat by Brendan Wenzel

They All Saw A Cat by Brendan Wenzel - New York Times bestseller and 2017 Caldecott Medal and Honor Book

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Three Little Kittens by Paul Galdone

The favorite Mother Goose rhyme about the three careless kittens who lost their mittens is given added appeal with Galdone's bold and colorful illustrations.

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Up Cat Down Cat by Steve Light

From the creator of the celebrated Black Bird Yellow Sun comes another bold and beautiful concept book, this time playing with opposites and reversals.

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Whose Moon Is That? by Kim Krans

Kim Krans's stunning ink-and-watercolor illustrations beautifully illuminate this simple exploration of our relationship to the world around us and our place in it.

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Yes & No by Elisha Cooper

From Caldecott Honor author/illustrator Elisha Cooper comes Yes & No, a timeless tale of friendship, adjusting your perspective, and the joys (and trials) of siblinghood.