From the series Cool Cats
Orientals
Reading Level Grade 1Interest Level Grades K – 3Copyright 2016
ReviewedFrom the series Cool Cats
Reading Level Grade 1Interest Level Grades K – 3Copyright 2016
ReviewedWith the largest gene pool of any of the cat breeds, Orientals come in more than 300 different combinations of colors and coat lengths! Playtime and socialization are especially important for these intelligent, talkative cats. Orientals will go in search of stashed toys when they’re ready to play. Pick up this title about active Orientals for cat-loving kids!
Employing a similar format as Bellwether’s “Awesome Dogs,” these simply told titles introduce a few different breeds of household cats. Each volume contains five short chapters covering each cat’s history, appearance, and characteristics. The vocabulary includes appropriate and advanced words such as affectionate, cobby, tortoiseshell, and muscular—many of which can be found in the glossary. The endearing photos reflect the text well as they depict the topic cat in a variety of poses and settings. Among the additional graphics are a map showing the animal’s country of origin and a photo chart of the breed’s many coat colors. VERDICT Young cat lovers will find these colorful offerings irresistible.
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