They All Saw a Cat
Aug 2016 · Chronicle Books
4.4star
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"The single best children’s book of the past 20 years. Hands down." —The Wall Street Journal
New York Times bestseller and Caldecott Medal winner They All Saw a Cat is a visual delight and a charming read-aloud that invites kids and parents to explore the concept of perception.
The cat walked through the world, with its whiskers, ears, and paws . . . In this glorious celebration of observation, curiosity, and imagination, author and illustrator Brendan Wenzel shows us the many lives of one cat, and how perspective shapes what we see. When you see a cat, what do you see?
ENGAGING AND THOUGHT-PROVOKING: Children will love following along with the simple, fun story, while parents will appreciate the book’s clever and thoughtful lessons about how everyone has a unique perspective.
INCREDIBLE TALENT: Brendan Wenzel is a New York Times bestselling author and illustrator. In addition to the Caldecott Honor-winning They All Saw a Cat, he's also the creator of Hello, Hello! and A Stone Sat Still, and he has illustrated a number of other picture books focused on animals and nature.
RAVE REVIEWS: This bestselling book has earned multiple honors and starred reviews. Highlights include:
"An ingenious idea, gorgeously realized."—Shelf Awareness, starred review
"Both simple and ingenious in concept, Wenzel's book feels like a game changer."—The Huffington Post
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New York Times bestseller and Caldecott Medal winner They All Saw a Cat is a visual delight and a charming read-aloud that invites kids and parents to explore the concept of perception.
The cat walked through the world, with its whiskers, ears, and paws . . . In this glorious celebration of observation, curiosity, and imagination, author and illustrator Brendan Wenzel shows us the many lives of one cat, and how perspective shapes what we see. When you see a cat, what do you see?
ENGAGING AND THOUGHT-PROVOKING: Children will love following along with the simple, fun story, while parents will appreciate the book’s clever and thoughtful lessons about how everyone has a unique perspective.
INCREDIBLE TALENT: Brendan Wenzel is a New York Times bestselling author and illustrator. In addition to the Caldecott Honor-winning They All Saw a Cat, he's also the creator of Hello, Hello! and A Stone Sat Still, and he has illustrated a number of other picture books focused on animals and nature.
RAVE REVIEWS: This bestselling book has earned multiple honors and starred reviews. Highlights include:
"An ingenious idea, gorgeously realized."—Shelf Awareness, starred review
"Both simple and ingenious in concept, Wenzel's book feels like a game changer."—The Huffington Post
Perfect for:
- Parents, grandparents, and educators
- Preschool and kindergarten level readers
- Gift givers looking for a fun, interactive family read-aloud book
- Fans of picture books like I Want My Hat Back, Ricky the Rock That Couldn't Roll, The Wonderful Things You Will Be, What Do You Do With a Problem? and The Day the Crayons Quit
Ratings and reviews
4.4
22 reviews
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June 3, 2022
Great concept, well-paced, entertaining for young readers
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May 16, 2024
good book to read
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November 25, 2017
I love this book!
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About the author
Brendan Wenzel is an illustrator based in Brooklyn, New York. A graduate of the Pratt Institute, his work has appeared internationally in children's books, animations, and magazines. They All Saw a Cat is his debut as both author and illustrator.
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