Captain Cat: Story and Pictures (An I Can Read Book) [Hardcover]

Syd Hoff (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: June 1993 | Age Level: 5 and up | Series: An I Can Read Book

A cat makes friends with a soldier and learns about military life when he joins the army.

Editorial Reviews

From School Library Journal

Kindergarten-Grade 3-- "Captain Cat joined the army. . . when nobody was looking." And so begins the story of a striped feline who strays onto an army base and steps right into military life. Newly independent readers can easily follow Captain Cat's adventures through the large-print text and the numerous large full-color cartoons filled with picture clues. Hoff has maintained his deft touch with a title that's sure to appeal to youngsters. --Gale W. Sherman, Pocatello Public Library, ID
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About the Author

Syd Hoff was born and raised in New York City. He studied at the National Academy of Design and sold his first cartoon to The New Yorker when he was eighteen. He eventually became one of the most original and beloved authors and illustrators of children's books. Mr. Hoff wrote more than fifty books for children, including the I Can Read titles Danny and the Dinosaur, Oliver, and Sammy the Seal.

--This text refers to the Paperback edition.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 5 and up
  
• Hardcover: 46 pages
• Publisher: Harpercollins Childrens Books; 1st edition (June 1993)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 006020527X
• ISBN-13: 978-0060205270
• Product Dimensions: 8.6 x 5.7 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 6.4 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,305,898 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Syd Hoff is a much-loved and much-read author and illustrator of numerous books for children. Born and raised in New York City, he studied at the National Academy of Design and sold his first cartoon to The New Yorker when he was eighteen. Since then his cartoons have become a regular feature in many magazines and newspapers. Syd Hoff and his wife live in Miami Beach, Florida.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Funny and Good Illustrations, December 6, 2004

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Ron Atkins "Ron" (California) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Captain Cat (I Can Read Book 1) (Paperback)

This is a funny book that shows a cat who jumps to attention at the sound of a bugle, and has more stripes than a drill sergeant. While captains don't wear stripes (they have bars), the book is a funny look at miltary life, from the perspective of a cat who innocently wanders onto an army post and is befriended by a soldier. The book is suitable for K-3, but is also a good choice for older readers who need the confidence that successfully completing a book on his or her own provides. This book was available in my son's elementary school library, which I believe says something for its broad appeal.

5.0 out of 5 stars Captain Cat, May 28, 2009

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H. Brinson (Edwardsville, IL) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Captain Cat (I Can Read Book 1) (Paperback)

I bought this book for my grandson. He is beginning to read & he loves books.

5.0 out of 5 stars Good, September 1, 2008

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Disappointed Shopper - See all my reviews

This review is from: Captain Cat (I Can Read Book 1) (Paperback)

Good book. Good story. Good pictures. My son loves all of Syd Hoff's books.