Katie Loves the Kittens

Written by John Himmelman

Narrated by Elizabeth Himmelman

Katie, a little dog, is so excited when Sara Ann brings home three little kittens that she can’t stop herself from howling and trying to run after them. But her enthusiasm frightens the kitties, and she’s sad when they run away from her. Don’t they know that she just wants to play?

• Language: English
• Publisher: Weston Woods
• Release date: Jan 1, 2010
• ISBN: 9781338101843

John Himmelman

John Himmelman is the author and illustrator of more than sixty books for children, including Chickens to the Rescue. He lives in Connecticut with his family.

Reviews for Katie Loves the Kittens

[benuathanasia · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Not going to lie, I used to read this book to the cats at the shelter where I volunteered (someone donated it...I don't know why they thought stray cats needed a picture book, but whatever. I suppose they gave kibble to the local elementary school?). My coworkers thought I was insane, but I truly love this book. The pictures are adorable as is the story.

[lende-1 · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

Synopsis:Katie, the dog is so excited when Sara Ann brings home three little kittens that she can’t stop herself from howling and trying to run after them. But her enthusiasm frightens the kittens, and she’s sad when they run away from her. They don’t know that she just wants to play. Ultimately, she learns her lesson and they all become friends. The delightful, humorous illustrations can stand alone in telling the storyline. Primary students will certainly relate to Katie’s plight of learning self-control. My first grade students enjoyed the story; it was an excellent choice for making personal connections. My Uses: comprehension strategies – read the picture, text connections; problem/solution model; Responsive Classroom – self-control

[marthal_5424 · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

Too cute! Sure to delight children and animal lovers of all ages. katie the dog is overly joyful about the arrival of kitten to the home she shares with Sara Ann.

[shazam79 · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

i asked throughout the book "do the kittens like katie?" the answer was usually no, until the very end. made the story more interactive and fun for storytime

[kimjd_2 · Rating: 3 out of 5 stars]

I love the enthusiasm in Katie's aroooo's and in tat wagging, wagging tail!