The First Cat in Space Ate Pizza

Name: The First Cat in Space Ate Pizza
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SKU: 9780063084094
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A Graphic Novel

By Mac Barnett

Series: The First Cat in Space

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Summary

The First Cat in Space Ate Pizza by Mac Barnett is a delightful children's story about an adventurous cat who ventures into space. Teaming up with a toenail-clipping robot and a courageous space princess, they embark on an exciting mission to save the moon from peril. This fun-filled tale combines humour, friendship, and imaginative adventures, charming young readers with its whimsical narrative.
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Book Hero Magic created this recommendation. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! IS THIS YOUR NEXT READ?

This book may appeal to you if you enjoy adventurous tales filled with humour and quirky characters. It's perfect for young readers who love imaginative stories and have a taste for fun, intergalactic escapades. The combination of a brave space-faring cat and a unique storyline will surely entertain and delight.

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"Ridiculously fun and brilliantly illustrated.” —Dav Pilkey, creator of Dog Man and Captain Underpants

As seen on The TODAY Show! New York Times bestselling Mac Barnett and Caldecott Honor award-winning illustrator Shawn Harris turn their massively popular The First Cat in Space Ate Pizza live cartoon into an action-packed and hysterical graphic novel series—perfect for fans of Dav Pilkey, Raina Telgemeier, and Jeff Kinney. A Kids' Indie Next List Pick, an Indie Bestseller, and a Junior Library Guild Selection!

Something terrible is happening in the skies! Rats are eating the MOON!

There’s only ONE hero for the job, a bold and fearsome beast bioengineered in a secret lab to be the moon’s savior and Earth’s last hope! And that hero is . . . a cat. A cat who will be blasted into space!

Accompanied by the imperious Moon Queen and LOZ 4000, a toenail clipping robot, the First Cat in Space journeys across a fantastic lunar landscape in a quest to save the world. Will these unlikely heroes save the moon in time Can a toenail-clipping robot find its purpose in the vast universe And will the First Cat in Space ever eat some pizza

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Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

The First Cat in Space Ate Pizza has been praised for its vivid and vibrant illustrations that complement Mac Barnett's absurdist humour and imaginative storytelling. Reviews highlight the book's engaging combination of playful humour, clever narrative, and themes of friendship, resonating well with children. Its humorous, creative joy is compared to the likes of Dog Man, offering a fun and thrilling intergalactic adventure for young readers.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780063084094

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 09 November 2023

Country: United States

Imprint: HarperAlley

Contributors:

Illustrated by Shawn Harris
Illustrated by Shawn Harris

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 152.0mm

Height: 210.0mm

Weight: 610g

Pages: 320

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Children's Books Children's Early Years Children's Fiction Children's Picture Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Classic Fiction Graphic Novels Mac Barnett Series: The First Cat in Space

About the Author

Mac Barnett is the author of several picture books, including Billy Twitters and His Blue Whale Problem , Guess Again! , and Oh No!: Or How My Science Project Destroyed the World . He also writes the Brixton Brothers series of mysteries. Mac is the founder of the Echo Park Time Travel Mart, a convenience store for time travelers, and serves on the board of 826LA, a nonprofit writing and tutoring center.

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