Slinky Malinki facts for kids
Slinky Malinki is a famous cat character from the "Hairy Maclary" children's stories. These popular books are written by the New Zealand author Lynley Dodd.
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All About Slinky Malinki
The First Slinky Malinki Book
The first book, called Slinky Malinki, came out in 1990. It is part of a well-known series by New Zealand author Lynley Dodd.
This book is written for young children, with fun, rhyming text. It has become a very popular bedtime story in New Zealand.
Slinky Malinki is based on Lynley Dodd's own cat, Wooskit, who lived with her for 13 years. The Guardian newspaper even listed Slinky Malinki as one of the top ten cats in children's books! The original drawings of Slinky Malinki have been shown in different places as part of a travelling art show. You can also see a statue of Slinky Malinki and other characters from Dodd's books in Tauranga, New Zealand.
Slinky Malinki Early Bird
Slinky Malinki Early Bird was first published in 2012. This book also has rhythmic, rhyming words and is a favorite with young children. In this story, Slinky Malinki wakes up his whole family very early. Then, he goes back to sleep, leaving everyone else awake and a bit grumpy! People have said it's "Slinky Malinki's best adventure yet."
This book was given a special award in 2013. It was named a Storylines Notable Book.
Slinky Malinki Open The Door
Slinky Malinki Open The Door was first published in 1994. This book, starring Slinky Malinki, also became a best-selling bedtime story in New Zealand. In this adventure, Slinky Malinki has a parrot friend named Stickybeak Syd. Together, they open doors around their house and get into all sorts of trouble!
This book has been suggested to teachers as a great way to use musical instruments during story time.
After the US presidential election in 2000, the word 'schmozzle' was used to describe the confusing situation. Lynley Dodd's use of a similar word, 'shemozzle', in this book was talked about in US news. Here is the verse that was quoted:
What a SHEMOZZLE, the things they did, Slinky Malinki and Stickybeak Syd.
They stirred up some spoons and a bowl full of fruit,
In a sea of spaghetti and vegetable soup.
