The Cat in the Hat
- Who it’s for
- Beginning readers who enjoy simple words and basic rhyme
- Themes
- Playful mischief
- Pacing
- Fast
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#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • The classic picture book that introduced the world to the iconic, mischievous Cat in the Hat and the beloved characters Thing One and Thing Two! Dr. Seuss makes reading fun for kids of all ages.
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A rainy day turns into a wild romp when the Cat in the Hat and his troublemaking friends, Thing One and Thing Two, unexpectedly appear! A favorite among kids, parents, and teachers, this story uses simple words and basic rhyme to encourage and delight beginning readers.
Beginner Books are fun, funny, and easy to read! Launched by Dr. Seuss in 1957 with the publication of The Cat in the Hat, this beloved early reader series motivates children to read on their own by using simple words with illustrations that give clues to their meaning. Featuring a combination of kid appeal, supportive vocabulary, and bright, cheerful art, Beginner Books will encourage a love of reading in children.
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Publisher details
Publisher categories
- Cat Stories
- The Classics
- Stories in Verse
- Authors
- Dr. Seuss
- Publisher
- Random House Children's Books
- Published
- March 12, 1957
- Format
- Print & ebook
- Reading lane
- Cat Stories