Cat and Fish [Hardcover]

Joan Grant (Author), Neil Curtis (Illustrator)

Book Description

Publication Date: February 10, 2005 | Age Level: 4 and up | Grade Level: P and up

Cat and Fish come from different worlds — he from the land, she from the sea. But when they meet in the park one night, they like each other's looks. Cat shows Fish his world and teaches her how to climb, how to take shelter from the rain, and how to stay warm. But Fish misses the sea, so Cat takes her back and meets her friends and discovers the water world. Then the trouble starts. Opposites may attract, but can they find common ground and stay friends? Neil Curtis’s stunning black-and-white illustrations make this whimsical story of how two unlikely soul mates overcome their differences spring to life, enchanting young readers and their parents alike.

Editorial Reviews

From School Library Journal

PreSchool-Grade 1–Cat and Fish meet one night at the park and become friends despite their different worlds. They visit one another's environments and eventually decide to live together where the sea and the land meet. Children who like fantasy will appreciate this simple story, but literalists will no doubt wonder how Fish can spend so much time out of water. The stylized black-and-white, pen-and-ink drawings look almost like woodcuts, and they leap out at readers with great drama. The focus is always on the protagonists. Because of the large and dramatic illustrations, this is a good storytime choice.– Elaine Lesh Morgan, Multnomah County Library, Portland, OR
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Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 4 and up
  
• Hardcover: 32 pages
• Publisher: Simply Read Books (February 10, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1894965140
• ISBN-13: 978-1894965149
• Product Dimensions: 11.3 x 8.5 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #838,666 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A beautiful book, August 13, 2003

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Dona Ann McAdams (New York, NY) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Cat and Fish (Hardcover)

This is the most beautifully illustrated book I've seen in years. Each page is a complete story, done with sophistication, and stunnningly executed. It's a timeless story about star-crossed lovers in the animal kingdom. It teaches tolerance and acceptance in a non-dogmatic quirky way. Great for Kids!!!!! (and adults too)

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful for baby!, August 22, 2005

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*R*L* (Texas USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Cat and Fish (Hardcover)

My local librarian recommended this to me for my 3-month-old. When I brought it home and opened it up, his eyes grew wide and his mouth opened with wonder. He absolutely loves the illustrations. No matter how fussy he is in the evening, if I open this book up, he will sit still to look at it and listen. The story is simple yet beautiful, and I've decided to buy the book so he can enjoy it for the next few years.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Cat and Fish - A Wonderful Choice, October 20, 2010

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This review is from: Cat and Fish (Hardcover)

An on-line acquaintance recommended this book to me as my cut-paper work had reminded them of this illustrator's style. While the plot and content may not be for my age group, the detailed illustrations are glorious and speak to Curtis's skill with pen and ink. The story is simple enough for young readers to follow and understand, and I can envision many a parent curling up with their children to read this book before bed. Even though I'm not (yet) a parent, this book gets a full rating from me.