Anatole and the Cat facts for kids
| Author | Eve Titus |
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| Illustrator | Paul Galdone |
| Publisher | Penguin Random House |
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| Media type | Picture book |
| Pages | 32 |
| Awards | Caldecott Honor |
| ISBN | 978-0375855474 ISBN-13 |
Anatole and the Cat is a fun picture book from 1957. It was written by Eve Titus and drawn by Paul Galdone. The story is about a brave mouse named Anatole. He has a secret job at a cheese factory. Things get exciting when the factory owner brings a cat to work!
The book was recognized for its amazing pictures. It received a Caldecott Honor in 1958. This award celebrates the best illustrations in children's books.
What Happens in the Story?
Anatole is a very happy mouse who lives in Paris, France. He has a super important job! He is the Vice-President in charge of Cheese Tasting at Duvall’s cheese factory.
Anatole works only at night, in secret. The people who own the factory have no idea that a mouse is their best cheese taster! Because of this, M’sieu Duvall, the factory owner, decides to bring his pet cat to the factory.
Now, Anatole faces a big problem! He needs to protect his secret job and stay safe from the cat. Anatole must do something no mouse has ever done before. He has to find a way to put a bell on the cat. Will he succeed in this brave mission? You'll have to read the book to find out!
