There Are Cats in This Book
By Viviane Schwarz
The Story
Three playful cats named Tiny, Moonpie and Andre invite the reader to lift flaps and turn pages to play with yarn, boxes, and fish — until a sudden floodwave threatens to sweep them away.
Why It's Special
For the kid who wants to reach into a book and actually touch what's happening, this turns page-turning itself into the game.
- Big idea: Reading can be a two-way conversation — the reader isn't just watching the story, they're the one who makes it happen.
- Vibes: Playful, interactive, a little silly, with a jolt of excitement when the water rushes in.
Perfect For Kids Who
- like to lift flaps and turn pages themselves
- enjoy silly animal antics
- are working on cause and effect through play
- respond well to being talked to directly by a book
Ask Your Little Reader
- Story & problem-solving: What do you think we should do to help Tiny, Moonpie and Andre when the floodwave comes?
- Imagination: If you could play one game with the cats — wool, boxes, or pillows — which would you pick?
- Real-life connection: Do you have a favorite game you like to play with a pet or a stuffed animal?
- Feelings & empathy: How do you think the cats felt when they saw all that water rushing toward them?
