COMO CRECEN LOS GATITOS

Author (last name first):
Selsan, Milicent E.

Publisher, Date of Publication: 

Scholastic Trade; Spanish Edition edition (January 1993)

Grade Level/ or Age Level: 

Kindergarten- 2nd

Classification: Non-Fiction 

This book, Como crecen los gatitos ( How Kittens Grow), is a book translated in Spanish about different physical and behavioral characteristics cats go through the first eight weeks after they are born.  The book has endearing photographs of small kittens that look like small mice when they are born. The book narrates the development of kittens' independence and growth as their mom teaches them how to hunt, eat, walk, and adapt. The book describes time and growth through the cat's experiences and changes they face while adjusting to their environment. This book is designed for kids in kindergarten, first grade, or second grade. It is a great way to introduce your child to pets and help her/him differentiate and compare growth in certain animals and humans. This book can also help young children understand and know why small kittens are often aggressive when they are just babies for not being able to see very well and fear of being away from their cat mom. At the end of this informative book, the author gives a valuable piece of information that tells the reader that by the end of eight weeks the kittens have learned many things and do not depend on their mother as much, therefore this is the best time to purchase or adopt a cat. A lesson, that helps children learn and realize when it is appropriate for kittens to leave their mothers to be a part of the child's family. 

Reviewed By: Citlaly Rivas (Midwestern State University Student in Dr. Linda Prieto's Class)