Love, Splat (Splat the Cat) [Hardcover]

Rob Scotton (Author, Illustrator)

Book Description

Release date: November 22, 2011 | Age Range: 4 - 8 years | Series: Splat the Cat

From bestselling author Rob Scotton

It’s Valentine’s Day and Splat has a special valentine for a certain someone in his class. Her name is Kitten, and Splat likes her even more than fish sticks and ice cream. But Kitten doesn’t seem to like him at all. And then there’s Splat’s rival, Spike, who also likes Kitten. Will Splat’s heartfelt valentine win Kitten’s paw in the end?

Editorial Reviews

From School Library Journal

Kindergarten-Grade 2—In this follow-up to Splat the Cat (HarperCollins, 2008), the fuzzy black feline learns that bigger isn't better when it comes to Valentine's Day cards. Splat has a crush on Kitten, a fluffy white cat with pea-green eyes, but he isn't the only one. Self-assured Spike informs Splat that he likes her much more and has prepared a superior Valentine to prove it. Discouraged, Splat tosses his tribute into the trash. Kitten smiles as she receives Spike's card but doesn't swoon as she reads, "You are so lucky that I like you." Happily, she notices the little red envelope in the trash and surprises Splat with a pink Valentine that leaves him grinning from ear to ear. The cartoon-style illustrations have a contemporary, quirky feel due to the monochromatic palette, which is punctuated with brightly colored details. Children will giggle at Splat's awkward interactions with Kitten and smile at the story's satisfying conclusion.—Lisa Glasscock, Columbine Public Library, Littleton, CO
Copyright © Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved. --This text refers to the Library Binding edition.

From Booklist

The lovable but insecure feline from Splat the Cat (2008) returns to celebrate Valentine’s Day. He has a crush on Kitten, but whenever they meet she pulls his ears, ties his tail, and calls him smelly. His classmate Spike—who has his own crush on Kitten—does his best to convince Splat that Kitten doesn’t return his affections. Fortunately, Kitten is able to see through Spike’s amorous professions, leading to a happy Valentine exchange. Scotton’s cartoon-style artwork features animals rendered in black-and-gray tones using vividly colored human accessories. A perfect choice for Valentine story hours or for Splat fans any time of the year. Preschool-Grade 1. --Kay Weisman --This text refers to an alternate Hardcover edition.

See all Editorial Reviews

Product Details

• Age Range: 4 - 8 years
  
• Hardcover: 40 pages
• Publisher: HarperCollins; Reissue edition (November 22, 2011)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0062077767
• ISBN-13: 978-0062077769
• Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 9.2 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 11.5 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (40 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #375,423 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Rob Scotton is the author and illustrator of the bestselling Russell the Sheep and Russell and the Lost Treasure. His work can also be found on greeting cards, ceramics, textiles, prints, stationery, and glassware. An honors graduate of Leicester Polytechnic, Rob now lives in Rutland, England, with his wife, Liz, who is also an artist.

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book January 9, 2009

By Penelope

Format:Hardcover

My daughter (almost 3 years) and I have also read "Splat the Cat," but we prefer the sequel "Love, Splat." It is a funny story, about butterflies, love and of course hilarious kitty encounters. There are plenty of fun details for both kids and parents:

- did you know that cats like fish bone wallpaper?
- did you know that cats use a real toilet?
- did you know that cats have mouse pets (riding bikes)?
- did you know that the street names have real meaning?

You can not but love Splat. He is perhaps a bit clumsy, but so adorable. My daughter loves his books and keeps asking for more. Now there you have it: a winner! I love the book because it never gets boring (even if you have to read it over and over). My daughter and I give it four thumbs up!

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars I love Splat! January 12, 2011

By Just Me

Format:Hardcover|Amazon Verified Purchase

This has to be the silly little cat ever. My kids just loved this book...now, if I could only get them to stop pulling each others ears and poking each others belly:)

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Purchased for Grandaughter February 28, 2011

By jazzy1

Format:Hardcover|Amazon Verified Purchase

My grandaughter first saw this book in kindergarten- one of her 1st library books. She asked me if I would purchase it for her- so I did!